Year 1 Science Making Tasty Meals for Animals Lesson Pack
This Year 1 science making tasty meals for animals lesson builds on children’s understanding of carnivores, herbivores and omnivores through creative, hands-on activities. Pupils apply their knowledge to make bird feeders, match animals to food types and explore real-life examples.
Children start by reviewing what different animals eat, then design and make feeders for birds such as robins, woodpigeons and blackbirds. The lesson includes two types of feeder activities using simple classroom materials, with allergy reminders and full instructions.
Lesson pack includes:
- Full lesson plan with key vocabulary, misconceptions and assessment prompts
- Interactive slides to support discussion and model feeder types
- Tasty Plate Template for matching animals to their food
- Practical bird feeder instructions (pipe cleaner and roll versions)
Children apply observation and classification skills, with opportunities to extend learning through birdwatching, log keeping and independent research. Differentiation is built in, with flexible group work and continuous provision ideas.
