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Activity: Animal Classification – Science Vocabulary

Children use their orienteering map to visit specified control points. At each one, they use a meaning clue and the letters from the control marker to complete a key word linked to animal classification.

Summary

  • Children use their Enrich orienteering map to locate and visit a specified series of control points.
  • For each one, their Activity Sheet shows a key word about animal classification which has several missing letters and a clue (the meaning of the word).
  • They use letters from the control marker, together with the clue, to complete the word on their Activity Sheet.

    Key Facts

  • Science
  • Key Stage 1
  • Key Stage 2
  • Animals, including humans
  • Activity Sheet Download Required
  • Orienteering Control Markers Required
  • Orienteering Map Required
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