Life Cycles
EYFS, KS 1, 2. Early Years, First, Second Stage.Â
Ages 3 - 11
DURATION:Â 45 mins - 55 mins
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OVERVIEW:Â This workshop uses ZooLab animals to discuss new life, growth, reproduction and ageing.
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Designed to complement the curriculum topics of Animals including humans and Living things and their habitats, there’s a particular focus on the metamorphosis of a butterfly and the various stages of its development.
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Some key vocabulary is introduced including ‘metamorphosis’, ‘larva’, ‘chrysalis’, ‘adult’ and ‘reproduce’.
Animals used in this workshop
Key Workshop Objectives
Examine the life-cycles of animals, from eggs and birth to adulthood
Discuss human life cycle and how it translates to other animals
Establish how many animals are egg-layers
Explore animal growth and human growth
Explain the metamorphosis of frogs and butterflies
Define pros and cons of live-birth vs egg laying
Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales
Curriculum Outcomes Scotland
