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I have observed living things in the environment over time and am becoming aware of how they depend on each other.
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I can distinguish between living and non living things. I can sort living things into groups and explain my decisions.
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I can identify and classify examples of living things, past and present, to help me appreciate their diversity. I can relate physical and behavioural characteristics to their survival or extinction.
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I can sample and identify living things from different habitats to compare their biodiversity and can suggest reasons for their distribution.
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I understand how animal and plant species depend on each other and how living things are adapted for survival. I can predict the impact of population growth and natural hazards on biodiversity.
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I can explore examples of food chains and show an appreciation of how animals and plants depend on each other for food.
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I can use my knowledge of the interactions and energy flow between plants and animals in ecosystems, food chains and webs. I have contributed to the design or conservation of a wildlife area.
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I have collaborated on investigations into the process of photosynthesis and I can demonstrate my understanding of why plants are vital to sustaining life on Earth.
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I have propagated and grown plants using a variety of different methods. I can compare these methods and develop my understanding of their commercial use.
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Through carrying out practical activities and investigations, I can show how plants have benefited society.
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I can contribute to the design of an investigation to show the effects of different factors on the rate of aerobic respiration and explain my findings.
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I have helped to grow plants and can name their basic parts. I can talk about how they grow and what I need to do to look after them.
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I can help to design experiments to find out what plants need in order to grow and develop. I can observe and record my findings and from what I have learned I can grow healthy plants in school.
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I have collaborated in the design of an investigation into the effects of fertilisers on the growth of plants. I can express an informed view of the risks and benefits of their use.
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Through investigations and based on experimental evidence, I can explain the use of different types of chemicals in agriculture and their alternatives and can evaluate their potential impact on the world's food production.
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Through investigating the nitrogen cycle and evaluating results from practical experiments, I can suggest a design for a fertiliser, taking account of its environmental impact.
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