Year 4 Resource Pack: 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.

The Digestive System - Part 1

Get ready to kick things off with part 1 of our exciting digestion video series! In this episode, we’ll cover fascinating topics like chemical reactions, the role of enzymes, the importance of our teeth, and so much more. 

The Digestive System - Part 2

In part 2 of our fantastic digestion series, we’re diving deep into the world of nutrients, exploring the next stage of the digestive process! You'll learn how your body absorbs essential nutrients and try an exciting acid experiment.

The Digestive System - Part 3

Enjoy the concluding part of our digestion series, where we take a look at the important role our senses play in the digestion process and the different organs that make up our digestive system. 

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 4 - Part 1

Let’s have some fun testing your students' memories and see if they can recall some of the key points from the videos! This is a great opportunity for them to engage with what they’ve learned and reinforce their understanding.

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 4 - Part 2

Dive into the fascinating world of the digestive system with these engaging worksheets! They’re designed to help students learn all about the important organs that play a role in digestion in a fun and interactive way.

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 4 - Part 3

High fibre foods help to support the 'good' bacteria in our intestines. In this fun activity, students can experiment with trying different fibre rich foods and noting how they taste. 

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Memory Retention Quiz 1

Test your knowledge and see just how much you remember from the videos with Part 1 of our Memory Retention Quiz. Dive in, challenge yourself, and celebrate the progress you’ve made so far—happy quizzing!

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Memory Retention Quiz 2

Keep building on your progress with Part 2 of our Memory Retention Quiz! It’s another chance to test your knowledge, reinforce what you’ve learned, and see how much you've retained.

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Memory Retention Quiz 3

You’ve made it to the final part of our Memory Retention Quiz! Let’s see just how much you can remember and celebrate all the knowledge you've gained. Give it your best, and enjoy seeing how far you've come.

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Year 4 Fibres in Foods Quiz

Let’s put your memory to the test and see how many key points you can recall about high-fibre foods from the videos. This is a great chance to reinforce what you've learned and see what you remember.

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Trying High Fibre Foods

In this fun and interactive experiment, students will get to sample a variety of high-fibre foods and then capture their thoughts by describing the taste to someone else. It’s a great way to explore new flavours and share personal impressions.

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Year 4 Teeth Identification Quiz

Let’s dive into a memory challenge! See how well you remember the key points about identifying different types of teeth from the videos. It’s a fun way to review and reinforce your knowledge.

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Year 4 Organ Identification Quiz

Let’s dive into a fun memory challenge and see how much you can recall about organ identification from the videos! This is a great chance to review key points, strengthen what you've learned, and surprise yourself with how much you remember.

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Digestion Paper Activities

Explore the fascinating world of teeth, digestion, and healthy diets with our exciting range of paper activities! Each activity is designed to make learning fun and engaging, helping you discover how our bodies work and the role of good nutrition.

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More Paper Activities

Explore different high-fibre foods, learn about their benefits, and then have fun designing a delicious, fibre-packed meal using your favourites. It’s a creative way to build healthy habits and enjoy nutritious eating—let’s get started on your tasty creation!

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Year 4 Digestion Demonstration - Bonus Activity

Explore the fascinating digestive processes our bodies go through in a fun and interactive way. This experiment can get a little messy, but that’s all part of the fun! So grab your supplies, roll up your sleeves, and let’s dive into the wonderful world of digestion together!

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