Animal Survival - Presentation

In a biology lesson focused on animals, including humans, students are encouraged to explore the fundamental requirements for animal survival. The lesson poses key questions, prompting students to describe what animals need to survive, explain why these needs are essential, and distinguish between what is necessary for survival and what is merely desirable. The lesson begins with an engaging activity where students are asked to watch a video and then draw a mind map to illustrate the basic needs of an animal, such as food, water, and air, while also considering secondary conditions like shelter and the role of sunlight in human health.

Furthering their understanding, students are tasked with writing a guide on how to care for their favourite pet, considering the unique needs of different animals, from common pets to more unusual ones like reptiles. Through interactive games and questions, the lesson challenges students to think critically about the difference between needs and wants, discussing the varying importance of items depending on one's environment. Additionally, the lesson includes a practical investigation using a solar still to demonstrate the process of making drinking water from seawater, highlighting the importance of clean water for survival. Students are encouraged to reflect on their learning by answering summary questions and assessing their understanding of the crucial difference between essential and non-essential items for both animals and humans.