Human development
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Why this why now
This unit builds on pupils' prior learning from New life, where they explored how animals, including humans, have offspring that grow into adults. In Human development, pupils will study the stages of growth and development in humans, from birth to old age, learning about the physical and emotional changes that occur. This prepares them for the next unit, Evolution and inheritance, where they will explore how traits are passed from one generation to the next, linking human development to the broader concepts of inheritance and evolution.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Identify and name the basic parts of the human body
- Know which part of the human body is associated with each sense
- Describe the importance for humans of exercise, eating the right amounts of different types of food, and hygiene
- Notice that animals, including humans, have offspring which grow into adults
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Why this why now
This unit builds on pupils' prior learning from New life, where they explored how animals, including humans, have offspring that grow into adults. In Human development, pupils will study the stages of growth and development in humans, from birth to old age, learning about the physical and emotional changes that occur. This prepares them for the next unit, Evolution and inheritance, where they will explore how traits are passed from one generation to the next, linking human development to the broader concepts of inheritance and evolution.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Identify and name the basic parts of the human body
- Know which part of the human body is associated with each sense
- Describe the importance for humans of exercise, eating the right amounts of different types of food, and hygiene
- Notice that animals, including humans, have offspring which grow into adults
Biology
Human development
This unit describes the changes humans undergo from birth to old age. It involves planning scientific enquiries, measuring accurately, recording complex data, and presenting findings. Emphasis is on identifying evidence to support or refute ideas, drawing conclusions, and explaining results.
11 lessons in unit
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