This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow Science scheme of work. It is designed for pupils and introduces the role of taxonomists – scientists who organise all living things into groups based on their characteristics. The video explains how animals are classified as vertebrates or invertebrates, and then sorted further into smaller groups like mammals, insects, birds, and more. Pupils also learn about scientific naming and the work of Sir David Attenborough, whose passion for conservation and nature has helped people appreciate Earth’s biodiversity. The video encourages young learners to explore the living world and consider becoming scientists themselves.

The video is designed to be shown to pupils as part of Science, Lower key stage 2, Year 4, Living things: Classification and changing habitats, Lesson 1: Grouping living things: Vertebrates and invertebrates