Year 5 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

Discover how our bodies break down food and make the most of the nutrients we consume with Part 1 of our Digestion Series! We begin by exploring the fascinating world of digestion, including chemical reactions, the vital role of enzymes, and the importance of teeth.

The Digestive System - Part 2

Part 2 of our digestion series delves into the world of nutrients and explores the next stage of the digestive process. Discover how our bodies absorb and utilise the nutrients from our food and enjoy a fun acid experiment!

The Digestive System - Part 3

Join us for the exciting conclusion of our digestion series! In this final instalment, we’ll explore the vital role our senses play in the digestion process and take a closer look at the amazing organs that make up our digestive system.

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 5 - Part 1

Dive into some fun, exciting worksheets designed just for you to learn all about your teeth! These engaging activities will help you discover fascinating facts that you might not know about your teeth. 

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 5 - Part 2

Let’s put your students’ memories to the test and see how many key points they can recall from the videos with this fun memory retention test! This is a great way to celebrate what they’ve learned so far and reinforce these important concepts.

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Spotlight Session 2 - Digestive System - Year 5 - Part 3

In this fun and interactive activity, students will have the chance to experiment with a variety of fibre-rich foods, try different options and note down their thoughts on how each one tastes! It’s a fantastic way for them to explore new flavours and understand the importance of fibre in their diets.

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Memory Retention Quiz 1

Get ready to put your knowledge to the test with Part 1 of our exciting memory retention quiz! This is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and see just how much you remember from everything you've learned so far.

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Memory Retention Quiz 2

Keep the momentum going and test your knowledge even further with Part 2 of our exciting memory retention quiz! This is another great chance to challenge yourself and see how well you’ve absorbed all that valuable information.

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Memory Retention Quiz 3

Welcome to the final part of our memory retention quiz! Put your knowledge to the test and see how much you can remember from everything you’ve learned.

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Year 5 Fibres in Foods Quiz

Let’s test your memory and see how many key points you can recall about high-fibre foods from the videos! This is a great opportunity to celebrate what you’ve learned and reinforce the importance of including high fibre foods in your diet. 

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Trying High Fibre Foods

In this fun activity, students will taste a variety of high-fibre foods and then write down how they would describe the flavours to someone else. This is a great opportunity for them to practice their descriptive skills while discovering the importance of fibre in a healthy diet.

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Year 5 Teeth Identification Quiz

Let’s see how well you can recall some key points about teeth identification from the videos! This is a great opportunity to reflect on what you’ve learned and showcase your knowledge. 

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Year 5 Organ Identification Quiz

Dive in to test your memory and discover how many key points you can recall about organ identification from the videos! This is a fantastic opportunity to reflect on what you've learned and show off your knowledge about the amazing organs in our bodies.

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Digestion Paper Activities

Discover our fun range of paper activities focused on teeth, digestion, and healthy diets! These engaging activities are designed to make learning enjoyable and interactive, helping you discover fascinating facts about how our bodies work and the importance of good nutrition.

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More Paper Activities

Explore the wonderful world of high-fibre foods with this exciting activity! You'll discover a variety of delicious options that are not only tasty but also great for your health. After learning about these fantastic fibre-rich foods, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your creativity by designing your very own meal using your favourites!

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Year 5 Digestion Demonstration - Bonus Activity

Dive into the fascinating world of digestion with this hands-on activity! You’ll have the opportunity to discover just how our bodies process the food we eat in a fun and interactive way. 

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