Science Bug mapping

This document maps the iPrimary science curriculum to UK Science Bug. You may choose to teach some topics using our
internationalised version of Science Bug in cases where the UK content is designed for a significantly different year group. These plans
are available on our website.

Contact your local Pearson representative in order to purchase the books and digital resources (including planning) for this course.

Year 1

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Living things B1.1A Know that animals and plants are living Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 1
things.
B1.1B Distinguish between living and non-living Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 2
things.
B1.1C Understand that animals and plants change Year 1/P2, Plants, Plants 1
as they grow. Year 2/P3, Living Things, Living Things 5
Myself B1.2A Know that humans need food, water and Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise, Feeding and Exercise 1
air to stay alive.
B1.2B Know the five senses and link these to the Year 1/P2, Parts of Animals
corresponding sense organ.
B1.2C Understand that humans use sense organs Year 1/P2, Parts of Animals
to detect changes in their surroundings.
B1.2D Identify external parts of the human body Year 1/P2, Parts of Animals
to include head, neck, limbs and digits, skin and
other sense organs.
 B1.2E Compare observable similarities and Year 1/P2, Parts of Animals
differences between humans.
B1.2F Understand that humans grow and change Year 2/P3, Living Things, Living Things 3
as they grow older.
Animals B1.3A Describe the key observable features of Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 3
common animals (vertebrates only).
B1.3B Group animals by their observable external Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 4
features.
B1.3C Understand that movement is a life process Year 3/P4, Movement and Feeding, Movement and Feeding 4
and describe ways in which animals move.
B1.3D Understand that growth is a life process Year 2/P3, Living Things, Living Things 5
and that all animals grow and change as they
become older.
B1.3E Describe different ways in which animals Year 2/P3, Living Things, Living Things 5
change as they grow older (vertebrates only).
B1.3F Understand that nutrition is a life process Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 5
and appreciate that different animals have
different diets.
Plants B1.4A Recognise examples of plants in the local Year 1/P2, Plants
and wider environment.
B1.4B Know that plants have leaves, stems and Year 1/P2, Plants
roots.
B1.4C Understand that some plants have flowers Year 1/P2, Plants
and these can be a variety of shapes and colours.
B1.4D Recognise and name plant parts on familiar Year 1/P2, Plants
local examples.
B1.4E Understand that plants can grow from Year 2/P3, Growing Plants
seeds and bulbs.
 B1.4F Understand that plants need water, air and Year 2/P3, Growing Plants
light to grow well.
B1.4G Understand that plants can provide food Year 2/P3, Growing Plants
for humans and other animals.
Sorting and C1.1A Recognise that objects can be made from Year 1/P2, Comparing Materials
grouping materials different materials.
C1.1B Name and identify some common Year 1/P2, Identifying Materials, Identifying Materials 1–4
materials.
C1.1C Understand that different materials have Year 1/P2, Comparing Materials
particular properties.
C1.1D Describe simple properties of materials Year 1/P2, Comparing Materials
using senses.
C1.1E Understand that materials can be sorted in Year 1/P2, Comparing Materials
a number of ways including colour, texture and
hardness.
Light and dark P1.1A Understand that light comes from a source Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
and that shiny objects are not sources of light.
P1.1B Identify common sources of light and Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
understand that they can vary in brightness.
P1.1C Know that the Sun is the source of light for Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
the Earth and compare differences between night
and day.
P1.1D Understand that we need light to see and Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
that darkness is the absence of light.
Pushes and pulls P1.2A Observe and describe different ways of Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
moving.
P1.2B Know that pushes and pulls can make Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
objects start or stop moving.
P1.2C Recognise pushes and pulls as forces and Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
classify simple examples of each.
Year 2

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Health and growth B2.1A Understand that humans need the correct Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise
amounts of water and food to stay alive.
B2.1B Understand that there are many types of Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise
food and humans may have different diets.
B2.1C Understand what is meant by a balanced Year 3/P4, Movement and Feeding
diet.
B2.1D Know the main food groups and be able to Year 3/P4, Movement and Feeding
categorise food by type.
B2.1E Understand the need for exercise to stay Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise
healthy.
B2.1F Understand that human and animal Year 2/P3, Living Things, Living Things 4
offspring need differing types and amounts of
parental care while they are growing.
B2.1G Understand that personal and food hygiene Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise
is important to maintain health.
B2.1H Understand why humans take medicines
and recognise hazards associated with taking and
storing medicines.
Living things in the B2.2A Understand the term ‘habitat’ as being the Year 2/P3, Habitats
environment place where animals and plants are found living.
B2.2B Understand that within a habitat there may Year 2/P3, Habitats
be smaller microhabitats.
 B2.2C Recognise that animals and plants may Year 2/P3, Habitats
have features that best suit them to a particular
habitat in order to survive.
B2.2D Understand that living things may be Year 2/P3, Habitats
interdependent.
B2.2E Understand that environmental factors, Year 2/P3, Habitats
such as availability of food, water, light and
shelter, may affect the distribution of animals and
plants.
Invertebrates B2.3A Identify a variety of common invertebrates We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
using pictures and simple keys. planning for this topic.
B2.3B Describe the key observable features of
common invertebrates.
B2.3C Group invertebrates according to shared
features.
B2.3D Describe how some invertebrates change
as they grow using simple life cycles.
Materials: C2.1A Understand that the same object can be We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
properties and uses made from a variety of different materials. planning for this topic.
C2.1B Compare examples of materials that are
naturally occurring with those that are not.
C2.1C Understand that particular properties of
materials can make them suitable for particular
uses.
C2.1D Distinguish between the terms ‘hard’/‘soft’,
‘stretchy’/‘stiff’, ‘shiny’/‘dull’, ‘rough’/‘smooth’ and
‘bendy’/‘not bendy’.
C2.1E Group materials according to their
properties.
 C2.1F Justify the use of a particular material for a
particular purpose based on the properties of the
material.
C2.1G Compare properties of a variety of
materials using comparative and fair tests.
Sound P2.1A Understand the term ‘source’ as the place We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
where a sound originates. planning for this topic.
P2.1B Recognise and describe sounds made in
different ways from a variety of sources.
P2.1C Understand that loud sounds may damage
hearing.
P2.1D Understand that sounds travel from a
source to our ears.
P2.1E Explain how sounds can be made louder or
quieter by changing the distance from the source.
Space P2.2A Know that the Earth, Sun and Moon are We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
part of our Solar System. planning for this topic.
P2.2B Describe how the shape of the Moon
appears to change over time.
P2.2C Know that the Sun is one of many stars in
space and that stars can form constellations.
P2.2D Understand the term ‘astronaut’ and
describe simple aspects of living in space and
space travel.
Year 3

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Animal adaptations B3.1A Group animals according to observable Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
features.
B3.1B Use a simple dichotomous key to Identify Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
animals.
B3.1C Describe ways in which animals are suited Year 2/P3, Habitats, Habitats 1
to the environment in which they are found.
B3.1D Compare animals in two contrasting Year 2/P3, Feeding and Exercise, Feeding and Exercise 3
habitats.
B3.1E Predict the likely habitat of a variety of Year 2/P3, Habitats, Habitats 1
animals from the adaptations that they show.
Teeth B3.2A Recognise that human teeth are not all the Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 3–6
same size or shape.
B3.2B Identify and name the main types of teeth Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 3–6
in humans: incisor, canine, premolar, molar.
B3.2C Relate the shape of a tooth to its function, Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 3–6
for example, slicing, tearing, chewing or grinding
food.
B3.2D Know that teeth are part of the digestive Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 3–6
system and are used to physically break down
food for swallowing.
B3.2E Compare the basic types of teeth in a Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 5
variety of animals.
B3.2F Identify herbivores and carnivores from Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 6
their dentition and relate the type of teeth in a
variety of animals to their diet.
 B3.2G Distinguish between the terms ‘herbivore’, Year 1/P2, Types of Animals, Types of Animals 7
‘omnivore’ and ‘carnivore’.
Feeding B3.3A Understand that food is a basic need and Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
relationships that the availability of food affects the size of
animal populations and their distribution.
B3.3B Distinguish between the terms ‘producer’ Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
and ‘consumer’.
B3.3C Understand that plants make their own Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
food but animals depend on plants and/or other
animals as a food source.
B3.3D Distinguish between the terms ‘predator’ Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
and ‘prey’.
B3.3E Consider the inter-relationship between Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
predators and prey.
B3.3F Interpret and construct simple, linear food Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
chains involving three or four organisms.
B3.3G Identify producers, consumers, herbivores, Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things
carnivores, predators and prey in a variety of
simple food chains and food webs.
Rocks and soils C3.1A Understand that different rocks have Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
different physical properties and observable
features.
C3.1B Compare and contrast the properties and Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
observable features of different rocks.
C3.1C Identify different rocks using research, by Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
comparing to samples and/or from information
about their properties (such as a key).
C3.1D Describe how sedimentary, igneous and Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
metamorphic rocks are formed.
 C3.1E Understand that the formation of different Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
types of rocks affects whether they may contain
fossils.
C3.1F Explain that over time rocks can be broken Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
down into smaller pieces by processes such as
weathering.
C3.1G Understand that soil contains small parts of Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
rocks and organic matter.
C3.1H Compare and contrast the different Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
characteristics of soils such as colour, texture and
drainage.
C3.1I Identify different soils using research, by Year 3/P4, Rocks and Soils
comparing to samples and/or from information
about their properties such as a key.
Using and changing C3.2A Compare a range of materials with different Year 5/P6, Materials, Materials 1
materials properties.
C3.2B Describe how objects made from some Year 2/P3, Changing Shape, Changing Shape 1
materials can be altered by squashing, bending,
twisting and squeezing.
C3.2C Understand that some objects can be Year 2/P3, Changing Shape, Changing Shape 2
changed by physical forces but cannot be changed
back easily.
C3.2D Understand that some materials can Year 4/P5, Changes of State, Changes of State 6
change when they are heated and/or cooled and
this can change their properties.
C3.2E Distinguish between the terms ‘melting’, Year 4/P5, Changes of State, Changes of State 6
‘freezing’, ‘evaporating’, ‘condensing’.
Light P3.1A Understand that we need light in order to Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
see things and that dark is the absence of light
P3.1B Understand that light comes from a source Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
and know some sources of light
P3.1C Understand that some materials block light Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
and are Described as being opaque
P3.1D Explain that, although some objects can Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
reflect light, they are not light sources
P3.1E Understand that, when light from a source Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
is blocked by an opaque object, a shadow can
form that is the same shape as the object
P3.1F Understand patterns in the way that the Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
size of shadows change
P3.1G Distinguish between the terms transparent, Year 3/P4, Light and Shadows
translucent and opaque
Forces P3.2A Understand that a force is needed to make Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
objects move.
P3.2B Describe and compare how a range of Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
objects move on different surfaces and slopes.
Friction P3.3A Describe friction as a contact force that acts Year 5/P6, Forces, Forces 1
between surfaces to slow down movement.
P3.3B Describe some ways in which friction Year 5/P6, Forces, Forces 1
between solid surfaces can be increased and
decreased.
Magnets P3.4A Describe magnets as having two poles, Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
known as North and South.
P3.4B Distinguish between the terms ‘attract’ and Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
‘repel’.
P3.4C Predict whether two magnets will attract or Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
repel each other, depending on which poles are
facing.
P3.4D Understand that some forces need contact Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
between two objects, but magnetic forces can act
at a distance.
P3.4E Identify materials that are magnetic and Year 3/P4, Magnets and Forces
those that are non-magnetic and apply this to
practical uses of magnets.
Year 4

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Variation and B4.1A Explain how living things can be classified Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things, Grouping Living Things
classification according to shared features.
B4.1B Explore and use classification keys to help Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things, Grouping Living Things
group, identify and name a variety of living things
in the local and wider environment.
B4.1C Describe how living things are classified Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things, Grouping Living Things
into broad groups according to common
observable characteristics and based on
similarities and differences, including plants and
animals.
B4.1D Identify the observable characteristics to Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things, Grouping Living Things
classify a specific species of plant, for example, a
buttercup.
B4.1E Identify the observable characteristics to Year 4/P5, Grouping Living Things, Grouping Living Things
classify a specific species of animal, for example,
an earthworm.
Growing plants B4.2A Identify and describe the functions of Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
different parts of flowering plants: roots,
stem/trunk, leaves and flowers.
B4.2B Use a simple dichotomous key to identify a Year 1/P2, Plants
variety of plants.
B4.2C Group plants according to observable Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
features.
B4.2D Understand the way in which water is Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
transported within plants.
 B4.2E Describe the pathway of water as being Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
from the soil into a plant's roots and up through
the stem through the plant to the leaves and
other parts of the plant.
B4.2F Understand that plants need the correct Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
amount of water to grow well.
B4.2G Understand that plants need the correct Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
amount of light to grow well.
B4.2H Understand that soil provides minerals to Year 3/P4, Parts of Plants, Parts of Plants
help plants grow and that fertilisers/organic
matter can supplement this.
Skeleton and B4.3A Understand that humans have internal We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
muscles skeletons that provide support and protection and planning for this topic.
allow movement.
B4.3B Identify and locate the skull and rib cage
and understand their function in protecting vital
organs.
B4.3C Understand the term ‘joint’ as a place
where bones meet and describe the extent of
movement of a variety of joints.
B4.3D Understand the terms ‘contract’ and ‘relax’
in relation to antagonistic muscle action resulting
in movement.
B4.3E Know that bones are important for
producing blood cells.
B4.3F Explain the importance of exercise and diet
in maintaining healthy muscles and bones.
Solids, liquids and C4.1A Identify materials as solids, liquids and Year 4/P5, Changes of State
gases gases and distinguish between them.
 C4.1B Describe some common properties of Year 4/P5, Changes of State
solids, liquids and gases.
C4.1C Understand that solids consisting of very Year 4/P5, Changes of State
small particles can behave as liquids in some
ways.
C4.1D Understand that temperature is a measure Year 4/P5, Changes of State
of how hot or cold something is and is measured
in degrees Celsius (°C) using a thermometer.
C4.1E Understand that water exists in three states Year 4/P5, Changes of State
and changes from one to another at different
temperatures.
C4.1F Understand that different substances Year 4/P5, Changes of State
change state at different temperatures.
Making and P4.1A Explain that sounds come from a source Year 4/P5, Sound
changing sounds and can travel through solids, liquids and gases.
P4.1B Understand that vibrations from sounds Year 4/P5, Sound
travel through a medium to the ear.
P4.1C Understand that some materials are Year 4/P5, Sound
effective in preventing vibrations from sound
sources reaching the ear.
P4.1D Understand that ‘volume’ refers to how Year 4/P5, Sound
loud a sound is and that the volume of sounds
can be changed.
P4.1E Know that the volume of sounds can be Year 4/P5, Sound
measured with a sound meter (data logger) and
the unit is a decibel (dB).
P4.1F Find patterns between the volume of a Year 4/P5, Sound
sound and the strength of the vibrations that
produced it.
 P4.1G Recognise that there are high and low Year 4/P5, Sound
pitched sounds and that the pitch of sounds can
be changed.
P4.1H Identify and describe features of an object Year 4/P5, Sound
that can be changed to alter its pitch, for example,
length of tube, length of string, tension of string.
P4.1I Find patterns between the pitch of a sound Year 4/P5, Sound
and features of the object that produced it.

Electricity: everyday P4.2A Understand some uses of electricity and Year 4/P5, Electricity
uses and simple identify common appliances that use electricity.
circuits P4.2B Understand that some devices use batteries Year 4/P5, Electricity
that supply electricity.
P4.2C Describe dangers associated with mains Year 4/P5, Electricity
electricity.
P4.2D Construct simple working series circuits Year 4/P5, Electricity
from simple instructions or drawings.
P4.2E Identify and name components in a simple Year 4/P5, Electricity
series circuit.
P4.2F Understand that a circuit needs a power Year 4/P5, Electricity
source to work.
P4.2G Understand that a complete circuit is Year 4/P5, Electricity
needed for a device to work and that a switch can
be used to break a circuit.
P4.2H Understand that some materials conduct Year 4/P5, Electricity
electricity better than others using the terms
electrical ‘conductor’ and ‘insulator’.
P4.2I Understand the use of common electrical Year 4/P5, Electricity
conductors and insulators, for example, contrast
the use of plastic and copper in electrical cables
and household appliances.
Year 5

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Plant B5.1A Understand that different habitats and Year 2/P3, Habitats, Habitats 2
adaptations microhabitats have different environmental
conditions.
B5.1B Understand that plants obtain water via their Year 3/P4, What Plants Need
roots and that the availability of water may affect
the pattern of root growth.
B5.1C Understand that both plants and animals Year 3/P4, What Plants Need
require oxygen from the air for respiration.
B5.1D Understand that plants require light and that Year 3/P4, What Plants Need
the availability of light affects their distribution.
B5.1E Describe ways in which plants are suited to Year 3/P4, What Plants Need
the environment in which they are found.
B5.1F Compare features of plant adaptations in two Year 2/P3, Habitats, Habitats 2
contrasting habitats.
B5.1G Predict the likely habitat of a variety of plants Year 2/P3, Habitats, Habitats 2
from the adaptations that they show.
Living things in B5.2A Understand that environments can change Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
danger and that this can sometimes pose dangers to living
things.
B5.2B Understand that environments can be Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
changed in positive ways, for example, the creation
of nature reserves, and in negative ways, for
example, deforestation.
 B5.2C Recognise ways in which living things and the Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
environment need protection, both locally and
globally.
B5.2D Understand the term ‘conservation’ and Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
describe examples of ways in which humans can
reduce the effects of environmental change.
B5.2E Distinguish between the terms ‘endangered’ Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
and ‘extinct’.
B5.2F Explain in simple terms how fossils are Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
formed when things that have lived, or parts of
living things, are trapped within rock.
B5.2G Understand how fossils provide evidence of Year 4/P5, Dangers to Living Things
organisms that are now extinct and information
about when/where they may have lived.
Diet and B5.3A Understand that to stay healthy humans Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 1–2
digestion need a balanced diet containing the correct
amounts of a range of nutrient groups.
B5.3B Describe, in outline only, the main benefits of Year 3/P4, Movement and Feeding, Movement and Feeding 1
each food group, with examples.
B5.3C Understand the relationship between diet, Year 3/P4, Movement and Feeding, Movement and Feeding 1
lifestyle (for example, sleep), exercise and health.
B5.3D Sequence the process of digestion in Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 1–2
humans as ingestion, swallowing, digestion,
absorption and egestion.
B5.3E Describe the simple functions of the basic Year 4/P5, Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition 1–2
parts of the digestive system involved in the
sequence of digestion.
Mixing and C5.1A Understand that solids can be mixed and Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
separating that sieving may be used to separate some
materials mixtures.
C5.1B Explain how filtration may be used to Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
separate some solids from a liquid.
C5.1C Understand that when a solid dissolves in Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
water it forms a solution that cannot be separated
by filtration.
C5.1D Describe ways in which simple substances Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
such as sugar and salt can be dissolved more
quickly.
C5.1E Explain that when a solution is left exposed Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
to the air the liquid will evaporate into the air,
leaving the dissolved solid behind.
C5.1F Use knowledge of solids, liquids and gases to Year 5/P6, Separating Mixtures
decide how mixtures might be separated, including
by sieving, using a magnet, filtering and
evaporating.
Earth and P5.1A Understand that the Sun is a star and is at Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
space the centre of our Solar System
P5.1B Understand that the Earth, Sun and Moon Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
are part of the Solar System and that Earth is a
planet with one Moon
P5.1C Understand that planets may be different Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
sizes and some have more than one moon
P5.1D Describe the position and the movement of Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
the Earth, and other planets, relative to the Sun in
our Solar System
 P5.1E Describe the movement of the Moon relative Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
to Earth, and Earth and other planets relative to the
Sun, correctly using the term ‘orbit’
P5.1F Understand that ideas about the Solar Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
System have changed and developed over time
P5.1G Explain that Earth spins on its axis causing Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
some parts of Earth to be in daylight when other
parts are in darkness.
P5.1H Understand how shadow length changes Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
during the course of a day
P5.1I Use the idea of Earth’s rotation to explain the Year 5/P6, Earth and Space
apparent movement of the Sun across the sky
Seeing and P5.2A Understand that light comes from a source Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
reflecting and appears to travel in straight lines.
P5.2B Explain that we see things because light Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
travels from light sources to our eyes or from light
sources to objects and then to our eyes.
P5.2C Use the idea that light appears to travel in Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
straight lines to explain that objects are seen
because they give out or reflect light into our eyes.
P5.2D Understand that light can be reflected from Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
shiny surfaces and, when reflected, the light
changes direction.
P5.2E Understand that smooth and shiny surfaces Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
reflect light well but light is more scattered when it
is reflected off a dull surface.
P5.2F Recognise and give simple explanations for Year 6/P7, Light and Sight
differences between shadows and reflections.
Year 6

Suggested Science Bug unit (individual lesson given if

Topic iPrimary objective
applicable)
Micro- B6.1A Know the term micro-organisms and that Year 6/P7, Classifying Living Things, Classifying Living Things 2–3
organisms these can be bacteria, viruses or microscopic fungi.
B6.1B Describe ways in which some micro- Year 6/P7, Classifying Living Things, Classifying Living Things 2–4
organisms can be useful and others can be
harmful.
B6.1C Explain that micro-organisms grow and Year 6/P7, Classifying Living Things, Classifying Living Things 2–5
reproduce on food and explain some simple food
hygiene precautions.
B6.1D Understand the role of decomposers in food Year 6/P7, Classifying Living Things, Classifying Living Things 2–6
chains and the recycling of materials.
Plant life cycles B6.2A Understand that some plants have flowers, We suggest following the internationalised Science Bug lesson
which produce seeds that grow into new plants. planning for this topic.
B6.2B Sequence the life cycle of a typical flowering
plant using the terms ‘germination’, ‘flowering’,
‘pollination’, ‘fertilisation’ and ‘seed dispersal’.
B6.2C Understand conditions required for the
germination of seeds.
B6.2D Explain why seeds need to be dispersed and
the ways in which this can occur.
B6.2E Define ‘pollination’ as the transfer of pollen
from the anther to the stigma on the same or a
different flower.
B6.2F Distinguish between the processes of insect
and wind pollination.
 B6.2G Identify the parts of an insect-pollinated
flower and explain the function of each part.
B6.2H Distinguish between pollination and
fertilisation.
B6.2I Describe different mechanisms by which
seeds are dispersed.
Heart, lungs B6.3A Describe the heart as an organ that pumps Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
and circulation blood as part of the circulatory system.
B6.3B Understand that water and nutrients are Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
transported around our bodies in blood.
B6.3C Describe the circulatory system as Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
comprising the heart and blood vessels containing
blood.
B6.3D Understand how pulse rate changes with Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
exercise and explain the reason for the change in
terms of transporting oxygen and nutrients to
muscles.
B6.3E Describe the lungs as being located in the Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
thorax and as the organs used for breathing.
B6.3F Understand that air is a mixture of gases, Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
including oxygen.
B6.3G Understand that blood picks up oxygen from Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
the lungs and transports it through blood vessels to
organs of the body.
B6.3H Distinguish between and correctly use the Year 6/P7, Our Bodies, Our Bodies 1–4
terms breathing (ventilation of the lungs) and
respiration (how oxygen is used by the body once it
reaches organs).
Reversible and C6.1A Explain, with examples, that mixtures can be Year 5/P6, Types of Change
irreversible separated using a sieve or filter
change C6.1B Understand the terms ‘dissolving’, ‘solution’, Year 5/P6, Types of Change
‘solvent’ and ‘solute’
C6.1C Explain how a solute can be recovered from Year 5/P6, Types of Change
a solution by evaporating the solvent
C6.1D Understand that melting, freezing, Year 5/P6, Types of Change
evaporation and condensation are changes of state
C6.1E Explain that changes of state require changes Year 5/P6, Types of Change
of temperature
C6.1F Describe the role of evaporation and Year 5/P6, Types of Change
condensation in the water cycle
C6.1G Understand that dissolving, mixing and Year 5/P6, Types of Change
changes of state are reversible changes
C6.1H Explain that some changes result in the Year 5/P6, Types of Change
formation of new materials, and that this kind of
change is not usually reversible
C6.1I Describe simple irreversible changes Year 5/P6, Types of Change
C6.1J Describe observable changes when acid and Year 5/P6, Types of Change
bicarbonate of soda are mixed as evidence that
new materials are formed
Forces in air P6.1A Explain that unsupported objects fall Year 5/P6, Forces
and water towards the Earth because of the force of gravity
acting between the Earth and the falling object.
P6.1B Understand that weight is a force and forces Year 5/P6, Forces
are measured in newtons (N).
P6.1C Understand that more than one force can act Year 5/P6, Forces
on an object at the same time.
P6.1D Know how friction acts on moving objects to Year 5/P6, Forces
slow them down.
 P6.1E Understand how friction can be used to Year 5/P6, Forces
improve how well an object grips to a surface.
P6.1F Understand that friction can act between Year 5/P6, Forces
solid surfaces and air and water.
P6.1G Understand that air resistance and water Year 5/P6, Forces
resistance are forces that reduce the speed at
which objects move. Year 5/P6, Forces
P6.1H Identify the effects of air resistance, water
resistance and friction acting between moving Year 5/P6, Forces
surfaces.
P6.1I Describe how the shape of objects can be
used to reduce the effects of water and air
resistance, including the term streamlined.
Electricity: P6.2A Understand the need for universally Year 6/P7, Changing Circuits, Changing Circuits 1
changing recognised symbols for electrical components
circuits P6.2B Draw and identify recognised electrical Year 6/P7, Changing Circuits, Changing Circuits 2
component symbols for a bulb, buzzer, battery
(cell), wire, switch and motor
P6.2C Use and interpret recognised symbols for Year 6/P7, Changing Circuits, Changing Circuits 3
components when drawing or designing simple
series circuits
P6.2D Associate the brightness of a lamp or the Year 6/P7, Changing Circuits, Changing Circuits 4
volume of a buzzer with the number and voltage of
cells used in the circuit
P6.2E Compare and give reasons for variations in Year 6/P7, Changing Circuits, Changing Circuits 5
how components function, including the brightness
of bulbs, the loudness of buzzers, the on/off
position of switches and the speed of motors