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Animal Camouflage

CONCEPTUAL
Science›Animals of the World|Ages 5—7|ID: mt_pwo81ls_J-

Know that many animals use camouflage — colours and patterns that help them blend into their surroundings — to hide from predators or to sneak up on prey, like a leaf insect that looks like a leaf or an Arctic hare that turns white in winter

Mastery Evidence

  • Explains that camouflage means blending in with surroundings
  • Gives at least 3 examples of camouflaged animals
  • Explains that camouflage helps animals hide from predators or sneak up on food

Assessment Prompt

“If [child] tries to spot a grasshopper in the garden, can they explain that it's hard to see because its green colour helps it hide in the grass — and give other examples of animals that use camouflage?”

Prerequisites2

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  • Animals Everywhere hard

    Camouflage builds on awareness that animals live in different environments

  • Nocturnal Animals soft

    Camouflage and nocturnal behaviour are related survival strategies

    • Animal Homes soft

      Nocturnal animals often use homes (burrows, dens) as daytime shelters

    • Animals Everywhere hard

      Nocturnal animals builds on knowing animals exist in diverse environments

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