Key Stage 2 lesson plans
Before browsing the free lesson plans, find out how each of lesson links with the Welsh National Curriculum by downloading the Welsh KS2 curriculum map (Word, 151KB).
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Animals and us - How do we look after wild animals
Look at the responsibility we have towards wild animals and what we can do to care for them.
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Farm animals - Poster produce
Consider how you can help consumers make informed choices about farm animal products.
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Farm animals - RSPCA Assured farms
Examines the needs of farm animals and introduces pupils to the five freedoms.
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Habitats - Caring for habitats
Introduce pupils to the effect that human actions can have on both animals and their environments.
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Habitats - Food chains - Who eats whom
Focusing on food chains to demonstrate that living things need each other to survive.
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Habitats - Ground rules
Develop a code of conduct before you study wild animals in their natural habitat.
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Habitats - What do birds prefer to eat
This science investigation of animals in their habitats can be carried out over several lessons.
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Habitats - Where do woodlice like to live
This science investigation of animals in their habitats can be carried out over several lessons.
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Helping butterflies survive
Explore the intricate balance of factors that ensures the continuation of a butterfly's life cycle.
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Minibeasts - Attitudes to minibeasts
Explore pupils' attitudes about minibeasts and allows them to develop a minibeasts code.
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Minibeasts - The web of life
Look at simple food chains and encourage pupils to recognise the importance of each animal.
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Pets - Finding pets good homes
In which we learn about rehoming neglected or abandoned pets.
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School grounds Part 1
Look for evidence of animals in your school grounds & identify different types of wildlife.
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School Grounds Part 2
Think about what wildlife needs and how you can make their school grounds more wildlife-friendly.
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School grounds Part 3
Draw up plans to improve their school grounds and work out the costs to make these changes.
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School grounds Part 4
Take a more active role in planning the school grounds project and getting other people involved.
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School grounds Part 5
Evaluate the school grounds project and draw up a plan for maintaining the developed area.