Morning Starters: Autumn 1 - Riveting Rockpools
Did You Know?
Rockpooling is a wonderful way to appreciate nature and discover a variety of sea creatures. However, you must handle rocks carefully, as some animals are attached to them and can be harmed if disturbed. Patience and curiosity are key. If you wait quietly, creatures will slowly reveal themselves. By being respectful, you will help protect a rockpool community for everyone to enjoy.
Word Challenge
Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check
Use the above strategy to learn the spellings of the underlined words.
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the sentence below, adding precise adjectives before each noun.
Number Challenge
– There are 36 creatures in the rock pool.
– The creatures include a mixture of crabs, limpets and shrimps.
– There are 6 more crabs than shrimps.
– There are three times as many limpets as shrimps.
How many crabs, limpets and shrimps are there in the rockpool?
Critical Thinking
What are your top tips for responsible rockpooling?