What are our seen body parts called and what are the five senses? - Introductory Presentation

In the Year 1 science curriculum, pupils are expected to learn and understand the basic parts of the human body that can be seen, as well as the five senses associated with specific body parts. This foundational knowledge is crucial as it sets the stage for more advanced biological concepts they will encounter in subsequent years. The syllabus requires children to be able to identify, name, draw, and label these visible body parts, such as fingers, toes, chest, and hair. Additionally, students should be able to correlate each of the five senses – touch, hearing, taste, sight, and smell – to their respective body part, enhancing their understanding of how the body interacts with the world around it.

The educational journey begins with recalling prior knowledge, potentially from rhymes and songs learned in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), about body parts and senses. As part of their learning, children will explore the names of all seen body parts located above the shoulders, between the shoulders and the legs, and below the hips. The vocabulary associated with this unit includes terms like 'toes' for the digits at the end of the feet and 'hearing' for being aware of sounds. Through a structured 'link it, learn it, check it, show it, and know it' system, pupils are encouraged to connect new information with what they already know from personal experience and previous learning, solidifying their understanding of the human body and its functions.