Sort like a scientist! The Habitats Classification Mat by Hope Education inspires children to explore natural habitats and to identify the animals and living things in them. This brightly coloured, double-sided sorting mat encourages children to discuss and investigate different types of natural habitats and sort the animals that live in them. Turn over the mat to challenge children to group animals in a Venn diagram by the characteristics of the habitat they live in. Simply place down the mat and give children a selection of animals to observe, compare, contrast and group. Promotes visual and tactile learning. Supports working scientifically. Offers independent learning or whole-class discussion. Designed to meet the 2014 National Curriculum links for Animals, including humans:-. Identify that most living things live in habitats to which they are suited and describe how different habitats provide for the basic needs of different kinds of animals and plants, and how they depend on each other. Identify and name a variety of plants and animals in their habitats, including microhabitats. This smooth felt mat is foldable for easy storage and is washable. Mat Size: 810mm x 810mm. (Animal toys sold separately).
