In this series of short videos, a group of children explore the KS1 science topic of animals.
Key aspects of this curriculum topic are covered including what makes each animal group special, different life cycles, and what all animals need to survive.
Narrated by presenter Maddie Moate and featuring expert advice from zoologist Yussef Rafik, each of the films combines live action and animation to explore the topic in a clear, age-appropriate manner.
What is an animal? video
A group of children learn about the different animal groups and what makes each one special.
How do animals grow? video
This video helps children to understand the phases of an animals life in more detail and shows visually how their appearance changes.
What do animals need to survive? video
Explore the needs of all living things and learn about the names for different animals based on what they eat 鈥 herbivores, carnivores and omnivores.
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