Animal Body Groups

CONCEPTUAL

Science›Organisms & Life Processes|Ages 5—7|ID: mt_fDoE-pL6Jv

Describe and compare the external body structure of common animals across groups (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals)

Mastery Evidence

Describe key structural features of at least three animal groups (e.g. scales, feathers, fur)
Compare two animals from different groups, noting at least two differences
Use words like 'wings', 'fins', 'legs', 'tail' correctly when describing an animal

“Can [child] describe how a fish's body is different from a bird's body and explain features like scales, feathers, or fins?”

1-LS1-1Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) K-5codes only

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Y1.Sci.A.3The national curriculum in England

Describe and compare animal structure

describe and compare the structure of a variety of common animals (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals including pets)

Science · Key Stage 1

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Naming Common Animals hard
Must know animal groups before comparing body structures