Then and Now - Worksheet - Year 5

The 'Then and Now' worksheet is a reflective activity designed for Year 5 students to explore the concept of growth and development in human life cycles. In this task, students are asked to find and place two photographs of themselves: one as a baby at approximately six months old and another showing their current appearance. The exercise then prompts them to list ten abilities they have acquired since infancy, encouraging them to recognise and appreciate the progress and changes they have undergone physically, cognitively, and skill-wise. This could include a range of skills from basic motor abilities to complex tasks they can now perform.

Complementing the personal reflection, the worksheet also encourages a broader understanding by asking students to consider what is known about the life cycles of humans as well as various animals. It prompts discussion on the stages of development from birth to adulthood in humans, which includes infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. This educational exercise, provided by Focus Education (UK) Ltd, serves as an engaging way for children to learn about the life cycle of a young human being and to draw parallels with the life cycles of other living organisms, fostering a deeper understanding of biology and the concept of growth.