Begin the lesson by introducing the concept of grasslands. Discuss the key characteristics such as flat terrain and the presence of grasses and short plants. Highlight the different names for grasslands like plains, prairies, or savannas.

Engage students with a fun fact about grasslands being home to various animals such as rabbits, mice, and butterflies. Ask students to think about other animals that might live in grasslands.

Use the video 'Where Plants and Animals Live' to illustrate how plants and animals adapt to grassland environments. This video helps students understand the survival strategies of species in different habitats.

Discuss the role of grassland plants in providing food and shelter for animals. Highlight examples of animals like grasshoppers and prairie dogs that rely on these plants.

Guide students through an exploration of different grassland animals and their habitats. Encourage them to identify animals they might see in a grassland environment.

Use the video 'A Garden Habitat' to draw parallels between garden ecosystems and grasslands, emphasizing biodiversity and the importance of plant-animal interactions.

Have students create a model of a grassland using craft materials. Encourage them to include elements like grasses, flowers, and small animals.

Conduct a role-playing activity where students act as different grassland animals, explaining their role in the ecosystem and how they interact with plants.

Assign students to draw a picture of a grassland and label the different plants and animals they include. Encourage them to use their creativity and knowledge from the lesson.

Ask students to share their drawings and explain the roles of different plants and animals in the grassland ecosystem.

Use questioning techniques to assess students' understanding of grassland characteristics and the importance of biodiversity.

Review the key concepts of the lesson, including the characteristics of grasslands and the types of animals that inhabit them.

Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and how they can apply this knowledge to understand other environments.

Use the assessment 'How Plants Change the Environment' to evaluate students' understanding of plant roles in grasslands. This activity involves hands-on planting and observation, reinforcing the lesson's concepts.

For a more comprehensive review, download the assessment pack that includes activities such as 'How Are Animals Changing My School?' to explore animal-environment interactions.

Conclude with the unit quiz to test students' comprehension of the grasslands topic. This quiz reinforces learning objectives and assesses overall understanding.