Science·Dinosaurs & Paleontology·conceptual
Famous Dinosaur Species
Recognise and name common well-known dinosaur species: Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and Brachiosaurus/Diplodocus, describing a basic feature of each
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is exploring the fascinating world of dinosaurs — learning about different species, understanding what fossils tell us about these ancient creatures, and discovering how scientists study life from long ago.
Evidence of understanding
- Name at least four common dinosaur species from pictures or models
- Describe one visible feature of each (e.g. T. rex has tiny arms, Triceratops has three horns)
- Match a dinosaur name to a picture or model without help
Assessment prompt
If Famous Dinosaur Species sees pictures of different dinosaurs, can they name at least three — like T. rex, Triceratops, and Stegosaurus?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.