Build on pupils’ understanding of vertebrates and invertebrates with this engaging Year 2 science resource that introduces the main groups of vertebrates: mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.
Using animals commonly found in a woodland habitat, pupils will learn how to identify and classify vertebrates according to their characteristics. The resource provides opportunities for discussion, sorting, reasoning and scientific writing, helping children deepen their understanding of animal classification while developing key scientific vocabulary.
Perfect for supporting the Animals, Including Humans and Living Things and Their Habitats areas of the Key Stage 1 science curriculum.
Included in this Resource
Comprehensive lesson slides to introduce and explain vertebrate groups.
Sorting activity worksheet in two formats:
Word-based version
Pictorial version
Two challenge activities designed to promote deeper thinking and greater-depth learning.
Example of what pupil writing in this topic might look like.
Vocabulary word bank to support scientific language.
Simple knowledge organiser for consolidation and revision.
Learning Objectives
Pupils will:
Recognise that vertebrates are animals with a backbone.
Identify the characteristics of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.
Sort and classify animals into the correct vertebrate groups.
Use scientific vocabulary to explain their thinking.
Apply their knowledge through discussion and written activities.
Suitable For
Year 2 science lessons.
Whole-class teaching, independent work, or intervention groups.
Teachers looking to develop classification skills and scientific vocabulary.
Home learning and revision.
This ready-to-use resource provides a clear progression from learning about vertebrates and invertebrates to understanding the key vertebrate groups, helping pupils develop essential scientific enquiry and classification skills.
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https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/classifying-animals-part-1-year-2-12071852
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/habitats-writing-for-science-12063557
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