KS2 Evolution and adaptation
Follow in the footsteps of Darwin and unravel the mysteries of how plants have adapted to a variety of habitats, from the dry deserts to the hot rainforest.
Level
Key Stage 2
Duration
90 minutes
Allocated space
15 pupils per group
Overview
How have plants evolved over time and how are they adapted for different environments?
Follow in Darwin’s footsteps and explore how plants and animals have evolved over time and adapted to a variety of different climates and habitats.
This session takes you on a journey through time in our Evolution Garden to unravel the mysteries of plant evolution and adaptation.
Learning outcomes
Pupils will be able to:
- Explore how plants have changed over time and observe evolution up close.
- Recognise which plants grow in which habitats and how they have adapted to suit that environment through evolution.
- Identify individual plant adaptations and their purpose.
We will ensure the learning outcomes focus on the year group taking part.
Keywords:
Darwin, evolution, inheritance, fossil, adaptation, competition, climate, environment, habitat, reproduction
Curriculum links
Science
Year 6 – Evolution and inheritance
- Recognise that living things have changed over time and that fossils provide information about living things that inhabited the Earth millions of years ago.
- Identify how animals and plants are adapted to suit their environment in different ways and that adaptation may lead to evolution.
Working scientifically
- Planning different types of scientific enquiries to answer questions.
- Reporting and presenting findings from enquiries, including conclusions.
- Identifying scientific evidence that has been used to support or refute ideas or arguments.
