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Which subject	Natural science
What topic	Woodland
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
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Lesson Plan: Woodland

Subject: Natural Science

Grade: Year 1

Duration: 30 Minutes

Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Identify different types of plants and animals found in woodlands.
• Explain the importance of woodlands to the environment and wildlife.
• Describe different features of woodland habitats.

Materials Needed

• Pictures of woodland plants and animals
• A map or diagram of a woodland habitat
• Chart paper and markers
• Storybook about woodlands (e.g., "The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson)
• Craft materials (coloured paper, scissors, glue)

Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Greetings and Warm-Up
   • Begin with a friendly greeting and ask students if they have ever visited a woodland.
   • Show pictures of woodlands and ask students what they see (trees, animals, etc.).

Main Activity (15 minutes)

2. Discussion on Woodland Habitats

   • Introduce woodland habitats and explain that they are home to many plants and animals.
   • Use a map or diagram to highlight features such as trees, undergrowth, and animals.
   • Discuss the importance of woodlands:
     • They provide homes for wildlife.
     • They help clean the air we breathe.
     • They are great places to explore and learn.

3. Identifying Plants and Animals

   • Show pictures of common woodland plants (e.g., bluebells, oak trees) and animals (e.g., deer, foxes).
   • Encourage students to name any plants or animals they recognise.
   • Create a chart on paper with headings for “Plants” and “Animals” and ask students to contribute their knowledge.

Story Time (5 minutes)

4. Reading a Story
   • Read a short story about woodlands, such as "The Gruffalo."
   • As you read, point out woodland features and ask questions to engage the students (e.g., "What animals do you see?").

Craft Activity (5 minutes)

5. Woodland Collage Creation
   • Provide craft materials and ask students to create their own woodland scene.
   • Encourage them to include at least one plant and one animal in their collage.
   • Allow students to share their creations with the class, explaining what they made and why.

Closing (5 minutes)

6. Wrap-Up and Review
   • Review the main points about woodlands and their importance.
   • Ask students to share one new thing they learned about woodlands today.
   • Thank students for their participation and discuss how they can help protect woodland environments, such as not littering and respecting nature.

Assessment

• Observe students during discussions and activities to gauge their understanding.
• Collect the woodland collages and provide positive feedback to encourage participation and creativity.

Extensions

• Plan a field trip to a local woodland.
• Create a nature diary for students to document their findings on future walks in the woodland.

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This lesson plan aims to engage Year 1 students in natural science by exploring the topic of woodlands through interactive discussions, storytelling, and creative activities.