Animal Growth and Development

Animal Growth and Development (QCAA Agricultural Science, Year 12)

This resource package has been designed for the QCAA Agricultural Science Year 12 syllabus and covers the key concepts of Animal Growth and Development.

Lesson Coverage

Students are introduced to the following syllabus points:

• State examples of intensive and extensive Queensland animal industries.
• Distinguish the difference between animal growth and development.
• Describe the key principles that underpin animal growth and development.
• Explain how factors such as nutrition, genetics, animal health, and management influence growth and development in animals

The lesson includes:

• A clear starter activity where students classify Queensland animal industries as intensive or extensive.
• Engaging content slides that break down growth vs. development, key growth phases, and principles of development.
• Exploration of factors affecting growth and development, with Queensland-relevant examples (Bos taurus vs. Bos indicus growth rates, feedlot beef, aquaculture, grazing cattle).
• Exit ticket questions to check understanding and consolidate learning.

Assessment Resource

The package also includes a set of exam-style questions aligned with the same syllabus points These allow students to apply their knowledge of growth curves, intensive vs. extensive systems, and factors influencing growth and development, ensuring strong preparation for assessment.

Why Choose This Resource?

Fully aligned to the QCAA Agricultural Science syllabus (2025 update).

Clear, structured, and student-friendly.

Provides both a teaching lesson and assessment practice in one complete package.

Designed specifically for Queensland contexts, using relevant industry examples.