Morning Starters: Autumn 1 - Life Cycles
Did You Know?
Caterpillars undergo an incredible transformation to become butterflies! First, the tiny caterpillars munch on leaves, growing rapidly. Then, they form a protective chrysalis, where the real magic happens. Inside, their bodies completely change – a process called metamorphosis. After this, they emerge as beautiful butterflies with colourful wings, ready to fly.
Credit: BBC Two - The Wonders of Nature
Word Challenge
Fact: Butterflies have 3 main body parts: a head, a thorax and an abdomen.
List the 3-syllable words that appear in the ‘Did you know?’ paragraph.
Example:
but-ter-flies
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the sentence below, adding a ‘when the action took place’ fronted adverbial.
The butterfly emerged from its chrysalis.
Example:
After a long transformation, the butterfly emerged from its chrysalis.
Number Challenge
Fact: Caterpillars are eating machines, increasing their body mass 6,000 times in just a few weeks!
Write the 6,000 times table, using your knowledge of the 6 times table.
Example:
6,000 x 1 = 6,000
6,000 x 2 = 12,000
Critical Thinking
What do you think have been the biggest changes in your life so far?