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Living things and their habitats
- compare things that are living, dead and things that have never been alive
- describe how different habitats provide needs for different kinds of animals
- name a variety of plants and animals in their habitats, including micro-habitats
- describe simple food chains
Plants
- observe and describe how seeds and bulbs grow into mature plants
- describe how plants need water, light and a suitable temperature to grow and stay healthy
Animals, including humans
- understand that animals have offspring which grow into adults
- find out about the basic needs of animals (water, food, air)
- describe the importance of good diet, exercise and hygiene
Use of everyday materials
- identify and compare suitability of a variety of everyday materials for particular uses
- find out how shapes of solid objects can be changed by squashing, bending, twisting and stretching
In Year 2 your child will learning about science by using the following methods, processes and skills:
- asking simple questions
- observing closely, using simple equipment
- identifying and classifying
- using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
- gathering and recording data to help in answering questions