Science·Organisms & Life Processes·conceptual
Herbivores, Carnivores & Omnivores
Classify common animals as carnivores (eat meat), herbivores (eat plants), or omnivores (eat both)
Suggested ages 5–6
Learning journey
Your child is learning about the amazing diversity of life — identifying different animals and plants, understanding how body parts help animals survive, and discovering what all living things need to stay alive.
Evidence of understanding
- Define carnivore, herbivore, and omnivore in own words
- Sort at least six common animals into the three diet groups
- Give a reason for each sorting decision based on what the animal eats
Assessment prompt
Can Herbivores, Carnivores & Omnivores explain why a cat is a carnivore, a rabbit is a herbivore, and a bear is an omnivore?
Standards alignment
Y1.Sci.A.2GB · uk-nc-2013
Identify carnivores, herbivores and omnivores
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1