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The Digestive System
This resource provides a lesson about digestion in humans, linked to curriculum objectives. It is structured around a series of captivating, educational films. The films highlight the structure and function of the key organs of the digestive system, focusing on what happens at each stage on food's incredible journey. The detailed lesson plan includes key teaching points, activities, misconceptions and questions to check understanding. This resource has been provided by Tigtag primary science resources.
You may also be interested in our online, self-paced course Teaching primary science: body processes.
Big Reveal
Food's Incredible Journey
The Intestines
Odd One Out
True of False
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The digestive system (Teacher guidance) 620.91 KB
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Digestive system (Activity sheet) 732.92 KB
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Digestive system - description (image) 201.88 KB
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Saliva - description (image) 118.09 KB
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Learning points - teeth (image) 179.77 KB
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Learning points - oesophagus (image) 142.72 KB
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Learning points - nutrients (image) 133.8 KB
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Learning points - enzymes (image) 162.06 KB
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Learning points - pancreas (image) 137.1 KB
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The digestive system (Teacher guidance) 620.91 KB -
Digestive system (Activity sheet) 732.92 KB
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Digestive system - description (image) 201.88 KB
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Saliva - description (image) 118.09 KB
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Learning points - teeth (image) 179.77 KB
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Learning points - oesophagus (image) 142.72 KB
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Learning points - nutrients (image) 133.8 KB
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Learning points - enzymes (image) 162.06 KB
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Learning points - pancreas (image) 137.1 KB
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