Kindergarten year Science Unit 2: What Living Things Need
Kindergarten · Science · Week 8
Animals need food and water
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For the grown-up
Each lesson takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Big idea
Animals need suitable food, water and oxygen.
Words
- animal living thing that eats food
- food what an animal eats
- need must have to live
- air what animals breathe
Talk together
- What is this animal eating?
- Where can it get water?
- How are two animals’ needs alike?
Get ready
- Animal photographs, food/water/air cards, optional pet observation with its usual caregiver.
Safety
- Do not eat test seeds, plants or materials. No tasting is needed; check allergies and wash hands.
- A grown-up stays within reach of water. Use small amounts in shallow unbreakable trays, away from power; wipe spills and wash hands. Do not drink test water.
- A grown-up chooses a safe accessible route and stays close; hold hands near streets. Stay away from traffic, wildlife, unknown plants and standing water; use photos indoors if needed.
Story time
How to help
Let your child listen, look and try before you explain. Point to the next picture if needed. Accept drawing, pointing or a voice response; writing is optional. Save the child’s own work with a date.
Standards
K-LS1-1