Zoology - Presentation

The presentation on Zoology is an interactive and engaging lesson designed to deepen students' understanding of animal classification. It begins by setting clear learning objectives, where students are asked if they can identify different types of animals, name examples in each category, describe their features, and classify animals based on given information. The lesson includes watching an educational video that introduces six groups of animals, prompting students to consider common characteristics of mammals, explore the types of animals that snakes and lizards belong to, and think about animals not covered in the video.

Students are then encouraged to apply their knowledge through various activities that include drawing graphs of pet types found within their class, answering questions about commonalities between cats and dogs, and discussing the unique nature of fish. They learn to differentiate between vertebrates and invertebrates and are introduced to the acronym MR FAB to remember the five vertebrate groups: Mammals, Reptiles, Fish, Amphibians, and Birds. The lesson also touches on invertebrates, noting that they make up the majority of animal species on Earth. Students are tasked with drawing their favourite animal, writing a fact file, and classifying animals into their respective groups. They are also encouraged to observe wildlife in their local park or playground and complete activities related to animals around the world. The lesson concludes with a game that challenges students to guess animals based on descriptions and a series of questions that recap what they have learned about animal classification.