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The Digestive System - Part 1

Dive into part one of our video series exploring the amazing process of digestion. Learn more about chemical reactions, enzymes and the vital role that our teeth play in breaking down food.

The Digestive System - Part 2

In the second installment of our digestion series, we explore the fascinating world of nutrients and take a closer look at the next stage of the digestive process. Plus, get ready for an exciting experiment that brings the digestive process to life!

The Digestive System - Part 3

Join us for the thrilling finale of our video series, where we uncover the essential role of our senses in aiding digestion. We’ll also take a closer look at the remarkable organs that collaborate to form our digestive system.

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Lesson Plan

All the information you need to lead the lessons can be found in this lesson plan. The lessons last between 45 minutes to an hour and link into your curriculum.

Download the full lesson plan here.

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Spotlight Session - Taste Buds Experiment - Part 1

In this exciting experiment, your students will have the chance to explore their taste buds like never before! They’ll use a mirror to inspect their taste buds closely, making it a fun and interactive way to learn about how our senses work.

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Spotlight Session - Organ Identification Memory Test - Part 2a

Time to test students' memories to see how well they can recall some of the key points about organ identification from the videos. This is a fantastic opportunity for them to showcase what they’ve learned and feel proud of their knowledge.

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Spotlight Session - Digestive System Worksheet - Part 2b

Can your pupils label the digestive system? Let’s put their knowledge to the test with this fun worksheet! They can cut out the labels and stick them onto the body outline to complete the digestive system.

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Spotlight Session - Fibre in Foods - Part 3a

Let’s see if we can test your pupils' memories on fibre in foods! See if they can remember some of the key points from the videos, and then we will expand on their knowledge!

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Spotlight Session - Food Tasting Experience - Part 3b

In this engaging experiment, your pupils will have the exciting opportunity to taste a variety of delicious high-fibre foods! As they sample these different flavours, they’ll write down their thoughts and creatively describe how each one tastes to another person.

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