Amazing Animals
Suitable for KS1
Explore the animal kingdom to bring science and English skills to life. Pupils will investigate animal classification by using gallery displays and handling collections and practise scientific enquiry skills, including observation, prediction and measurement.
This half day session encourages pupils to investigate the different ways in which we classify the animal kingdom, through observation, investigation and exploration.
Activities include:
- Identifying the five basic classes of animal, using the fantastic Natural History displays.
- Learning new scientific vocabulary and understanding how to apply it.
- Handling skulls to learn more about predators and prey.
- Practicing teamwork, communication and problem solving skills in interactive activities.
Minimum and maximum group sizes: 20 to 60 pupils.
Adult:Pupil ratio: 1:6
Duration: 120 minutes, 10am – 12.30pm
Ipswich Museum
Half day session
£3.80 per child (Ipswich Borough schools)
£4.30 per child (non Borough school)
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