A chance to make sense of all of this - Worksheet - Year 5

In a carefully structured worksheet aimed at Year 5 pupils, the opportunity for reflection and discussion is presented as a key part of the learning process. The activity is designed to foster open communication and self-awareness among students as they navigate through the topic of life cycles, including human development and puberty. The worksheet encourages pupils to engage in small group discussions, with a suggested maximum of four members per group. The decision to separate groups by gender may be considered depending on the dynamics of the class. The primary objective is to cultivate an environment of honesty where pupils can comfortably distinguish between what they already know and what is new information to them.

To facilitate this dialogue, the worksheet provides a framework where pupils are prompted to reflect on their prior knowledge, identify fresh insights they have gained, and articulate any questions that have arisen from the session. This reflective exercise is divided into two parts: first, pupils list out their pre-existing knowledge and newfound understanding; then, they formulate questions based on these reflections. There is space for pupils to categorize their questions into those they wish to ask privately and those they are comfortable sharing with the class. This exercise not only aids in consolidating their understanding of human and animal life cycles and the concept of puberty but also empowers them to seek further clarification and deepen their comprehension of the subject matter.