Recall the three key functions of the skeleton (movement, support and protection).
Describe a vertebrate, invertebrate, endoskeleton and exoskeleton and use this information to group animals.
Identify and name the skull, spine, ribs and pelvis on a diagram.
Recall that muscles cause movements in the body, some of which we can control consciously.
Describe that muscles can cause a movement by shortening and pulling on a bone.
Recall that animals, including humans, need to eat food to survive.
Describe some examples of how energy is used by the body and make comparisons about the energy demands between people.
List some of the seven nutrient groups.
Name foods that are good sources of nutrient groups and describe what they are needed for in the body.
Compare two different meals and explain which is more balanced by naming the nutrient groups and commenting on the relevant proportions.
When working scientifically, pupils who are secure will be able to:
Record measurements of different bones and use the data to sort them into size order.
Describe some ways scientific research has improved the field of bionics/prosthetics, such as the choice of materials or linking their movement to muscles in the arm.
Find relevant data on food packaging and make numerical comparisons.
Please note that Kapow Primary Science lessons are designed to be 1 hour and 30 minutes long, to reflect the requirements of a core subject.
Suggested prior learning
Lessons
Lesson 1: Skeletons
To explain the role of a skeleton.
Working scientifically: To group animals based on their physical properties.
Lesson 2: The bones in our body
To recognise the main bones in the body.
Working scientifically: To measure and sort data.
Lesson 3: Muscles and movement
To explain how muscles are used for movement.
Science in action: To explore scientific advances.
Lesson 4: Eating for survival
To explain how food is an essential energy source for animals.
Working scientifically: To gather and compare data to answer questions.
Lesson 5: Nutrient groups
To identify the main nutrient groups and their simple functions.
Working scientifically: To record information using secondary sources.
Lesson 6: Balanced diets
To explain what makes a balanced diet.
Science in action: To explore how knowledge has progressed over time and different jobs use this information.
Key skills
Measuring
Using standard
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