2E Science

During the science lesson the students were presented with a plastic box containing a number of grasshoppers. The aim of the activity was for the students to observe, identify, and draw the characteristics of a grasshopper. They would then use their findings to understand which of the key characteristics were specific to classifying them as insects.

Heilliam demonstrated great observation skills when carrying out the activity. He was very curious about the grasshoppers and was eager and able to share his thoughts and ideas with the class. He examined the grasshoppers very closely and was able to identify the characteristics of the grasshoppers by recording his drawing in his science booklet. Heilliam was also able to state which of the key characteristics were vital in the grasshopper’s classification as an insect and share those findings with his classmates.