Video summary
A brief audio slideshow showing the characteristics of minibeasts.
Teacher Notes
- This clip could be used as an introduction to minibeasts.
- Pupils could be asked to list the characteristics of minibeasts and compare them to characteristics of other animal groups.
This short film is relevant for teaching Science at KS1 in England and Wales, Foundation and KS1 in Northern Ireland and Early level and first level in Scotland.
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