Do You Know? Level 2 - BBC Earth Animals and the Weather
Do You Know? Series
What’s inside...
Explore the fascinating world of animals and weather with 'Do You Know? Level 2 - BBC Earth Animals and the Weather' by Mairi Mackinnon. This engaging book delves into how different animals adapt to varying weather conditions, providing young readers with a mix of captivating facts and vibrant photography from BBC Earth. Perfect for children growing in their reading confidence, it merges discovery with learning, enhancing both literacy and their understanding of the natural world. The book is part of a series of leveled non-fiction books that include video content, project work, and critical-thinking activities to motivate and engage young learners, covering a range of STEM topics from nocturnal animals to climate change. Recommended for children aged 7+, it supports YLE Movers exams and is designed to progress from CEFR level Pre-A1 to level A2 with online video content, audio, video and comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think animals feel when the weather changes?
Can you name a few ways animals adapt to different weather conditions?
Why is it important for us to understand how weather affects animals?
What can we do to help animals when the weather is extreme?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to compare how they prepare for different weather conditions with how animals adapt.
Ask them to imagine being an animal in extreme weather and describe what they would need to survive.
Discuss the importance of taking care of the environment to help animals cope with weather changes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the interdependence of animals and weather
Explanation: The book explores how different animals adapt to various weather conditions, demonstrating the interconnectedness of nature.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of respecting and preserving natural habitats to support wildlife, fostering an early sense of environmental stewardship.
Example Lesson: Developing scientific curiosity
Explanation: Through engaging facts and compelling visuals, the book piques children's curiosity about meteorological phenomena and animal behavior.
Real-World Application: This curiosity can lead children to explore more about the world around them, possibly guiding them towards scientific education and awareness.
Example Lesson: Learning about adaptation and survival
Explanation: The book details various adaptations animals have developed to survive different weather conditions, highlighting the concept of evolution and survival strategies.
Real-World Application: Children can apply the concept of adaptation to their own lives by learning to adjust to changing circumstances and developing resilience.
Example Lesson: Importance of climate awareness
Explanation: By showing how weather impacts animals, the book lays a foundational understanding of the broader implications of climate change.
Real-World Application: This awareness can encourage responsible behaviors such as recycling and conserving water, contributing to climate change mitigation from a young age.