Science·Organisms & Life Processes·conceptual
Skeletons & Muscles
Identify that humans and some other animals have skeletons and muscles for support, protection, and movement
Suggested ages 7–8
Learning journey
Your child is diving deeper into how living things work — understanding plant life cycles from flower to seed, discovering how plants transport water, and learning about the important roles of skeletons, muscles, and proper nutrition.
Evidence of understanding
- Name the three functions of the skeleton: support, protection, movement
- Identify that muscles are attached to bones and pull to create movement
- Give examples of bones protecting organs (skull protects brain, ribs protect heart and lungs)
Assessment prompt
Can Skeletons & Muscles explain why we have a skeleton inside our body and what our muscles do when we bend an arm?
Standards alignment
Y3.Sci.A.2GB · uk-nc-2013
Skeletons and muscles
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 2