Begin the lesson by discussing the concept of group living in animals and its importance for survival. Engage students with questions about animals they know that live in groups.

Explain how forming groups helps animals stay safe from predators by reducing the risk of attack. Use examples from the African savanna, such as elephants and lions.

Introduce the concept of multi-species herds and how different species use their unique abilities to enhance predator detection.

Watch the video 'Why Do Animals Form Groups?' to understand the advantages of group living, such as predator evasion and social learning.

Discuss the video content and ask students to identify animals they know that live in groups and the benefits they gain from it.

Organize a role-play activity where students simulate being different animals in a herd. Discuss how they felt safer in a group versus being alone.

Assign students to research and present on an animal that lives in groups, highlighting the survival advantages of this behavior.

Use formative assessment questions to check students' understanding of how group living helps animals defend against predators.

Reflect on the lesson by discussing the key points learned and how they apply to real-world animal behavior.

Encourage students to complete the 'Evidence and Explanations – Animal Groups' assessment to reinforce their understanding of group living benefits.

For further exploration, students can watch 'The Great Wildebeest Migration' video to see how group migration aids survival.