KS1 Science: Minibeasts

In this series of three short videos, a group of children explore the KS1 topic 'Minibeasts'.

Key aspects covered include identifying their diverse characteristics - including some extraordinary abilities - and the variety of their habitats.

Each of the films combines live action and animation to explore the topic in a clear, age-appropriate manner.

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What is a minibeast? video

Identifying the characteristics of small invertebrates, including snails and spiders.

What is a minibeast?

Where do minibeasts live? video

Exploring the differing habitats that support a variety of minibeasts around the world.

Where do minibeasts live?

Do minibeasts have superpowers? video

Discovering some of the extraordinary abilities and behaviours of minibeasts.

Do minibeasts have superpowers?
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Minibeasts, insects and invertebrates. collection

A collection of short films exploring the variety of minibeasts, insects and invertebrates in the world.

Minibeasts, insects and invertebrates

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