Do You Know? Level 2 - BBC Earth Underwater Predators
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What’s inside...
Explore the mysterious and fascinating world of underwater predators with this engaging book crafted by BBC Earth. Designed for young readers, it delves into the lives of some of the most awe-inspiring creatures found beneath the ocean's surface. These BBC Earth titles focus on the core subject of biology, with themes mapped to the Cambridge Primary Science curriculum framework, and are illustrated with stills from the iconic BBC Earth TV series. These readers are a fun supplementary resource for teachers and parents to use in the classroom or at home, with questions, facts, and additional activities to encourage exploration and curiosity. The Ladybird Do You Know? graded readers series comprises a range of nonfiction STEM titles for young learners of English. Covering a variety of topics, Do You Know? adopts an inquiry-based approach, and includes motivating video content, project work, and critical thinking activities to develop students’ linguistic and 21st century skills.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the underwater predators find their food in the ocean?
What differences do you notice between the predators in the book and those we see on land?
Why do you think balance is important in the underwater ecosystem?
Can you imagine what it would be like to live underwater like these predators? What would be the most exciting part?
What can we do to help protect underwater predators and their habitats?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically about the information presented by asking them to compare and contrast it with their existing knowledge. Foster a creative environment by imagining together what life underwater is like, which can lead to better retention of the facts presented in the book. Discuss the importance of ecosystem balance and conservation, emphasizing empathy and responsibility towards the environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The book explores various underwater predators, showcasing their roles in the ecosystem. It emphasizes the balance of nature and the importance of every creature.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect wildlife and natural habitats, understanding the importance of conservation and biodiversity.
Example Lesson: The value of curiosity and learning
Explanation: Through engaging facts and visuals about underwater life, the book encourages children to ask questions and seek answers about the natural world.
Real-World Application: This curiosity can be applied in educational settings and everyday life, fostering a lifelong love for learning and discovery.
Example Lesson: Understanding ecosystems and interdependence
Explanation: The book details how different predators interact with their environment and other species, illustrating the concept of food chains and ecological balance.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding of interdependence to human relationships and community, recognizing the impact of their actions on others and the environment.