Year 1 science · C.2 · Living things
Body parts help survive
Body parts are shaped to help animals find and eat food. Birds have different beaks for different foods.
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Luca sees a bee with a long beak. Why does the bee have this shape?
- To store honey
- To fly faster
- To reach nectar (right)
Amara and Maya are curious. A bird with a strong beak can crack open seeds. What is this beak good for?
- Making nests
- Eating seeds (right)
- Singing songs
In science class, Priya asks: A robin has a small beak to pick up seeds. What does this help the robin do?
- Get food (right)
- Sing songs
- Build a nest
Tip: Body parts are shaped to help animals find and eat food. Birds have different beaks for different foods.
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