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Natural Science (Living Things and the Environment) - Coggle Diagram
Natural Science (Living Things and the Environment)
Key Knowledge
Animals have roles: helpers, pollinators, decomposers.
Bees, cows, guide dogs, worms support humans and ecosystems.
All living things depend on each other.
Skills
Observation, prediction, classification.
Asking and answering scientific questions.
Recording findings (drawings, charts).
Values
Respect for nature and living things.
Awareness of environmental care.
Inquiry Activities
Observe soil with worms or ant farm.
Pollination demo with cotton balls + flowers.
Group discussion: “How do these animals help us survive?”
Draw and label animals that help humans vs. environment.
Social Science (People and the Environment)
Inquiry Activities
Role-play: Beekeeper or farmer explaining their work.
Create a community map showing animal helpers.
Debate: “Should animals work for people?”
Interview family about how animals help at home.
Key Knowledge
Communities rely on animals for food, work, and protection.
Occupations linked to animals: farmer, beekeeper, vet, guide-dog trainer.
Humans’ responsibility to care for animals and natural habitats.
Skills
Describing roles in communities.
Mapping where people and animals live/interact.
Comparing responsible and irresponsible animal use.
Values
Empathy, responsibility, cooperation.
Understanding interdependence between people and nature.
Technology (Human Innovation Inspired by Animals)
Key Knowledge
Humans design tools inspired by animals (e.g., sonar from bats).
Simple tools help care for animals (milking machine, beehive).
Technology and nature can support each other.
Skills
Designing and making models.
Problem-solving and creative thinking.
Evaluating how tools help animals and people.
Values
Innovation, creativity, appreciation for nature-inspired design.
Inquiry Activities
Design a simple “bee house” using recycled materials.
Create a model of a guide dog harness.
Discussion: “How does technology help us care for animals?”
Branch 5: Assessment & Reflection
Formative: Observation checklists, class discussions, group worksheets.
Summative: Poster or oral presentation — “How animals help humans and nature.”
Reflection: “What would happen if we didn’t have these animals?”