Do You Know? Level 3 - BBC Earth Clever Prey
Do You Know? Series
What’s inside...
The 'Do You Know?' series offers levelled non-fiction books that cover a range of STEM topics aimed at engaging young learners aged 7+. The series includes books like 'Clever Prey', which delves into the hunting strategies of intelligent predators, enhancing children's reading experience with video content, activities, and project work. Each book is designed to foster language, communication, and investigation skills with online resources tailored to different CEFR levels. The series encourages an enquiry-based approach, helping children explore STEM topics from nocturnal animals to climate change, and supports YLE Movers exams.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What clever tactics do prey animals use to protect themselves?
Why do you think it's important for prey animals to have different methods of survival?
How do you think prey animals feel when they are being hunted?
What can we learn from the smart behaviors of these animals?
Can you think of a time when you had to be clever to solve a problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what they know about prey and predators to build on their existing knowledge.
Encourage your child to think critically by asking them how they would behave if they were one of the animals in the book.
Use the illustrations in the book to discuss the environment of the animals and how it influences their behavior.
Relate the survival strategies of the animals to real-life scenarios to help your child understand the practicality of the animals' actions.
Praise your child for their insights and encourage them to think of additional questions as they read.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Adaptation and Survival
Explanation: The book explores how various prey animals use clever tactics to avoid predators.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of adapting to changing environments and situations to overcome challenges.
Example Lesson: Importance of Ecosystems
Explanation: It showcases different ecosystems and the roles that various animals play within them.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to understand and appreciate biodiversity and the balance of nature.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The prey animals often have to think and react quickly to escape from predators.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills in academically challenging situations or in resolving conflicts with peers.