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Y5/6 (B): Lesson 3: Comparing human gestation

Exploring the development that occurs during human gestation and comparing the duration with other animals. This lesson is part of the mixed-age scheme.
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Ultrasound image of a developing foetus

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: 3, 2, 1 and ask the children to complete the written tasks.

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Assessment – Science Y5/6 (B): Human timelineY5/6 (B): Lesson 1: Growing oldY5/6 (B): Lesson 2: Puberty
Y5/6 (B): Lesson 3: Comparing human gestation
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