Be a minibeast habitat explorer presentation
In this challenge, pupils become ecologists as they find out about minibeast habitats before they conduct a survey in their school grounds.
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Human body, STEM careers, Animals, including humans, Working scientifically, Design
A short guide with curriculum links, and step-by-step instructions for how to deliver the challenge in a 1-hour lesson. Includes information about diving deeper, if more time is available.
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