Camouflage caterpillars

An active game that develops understanding of adaptation and encourages maths in play. The activity is an active demonstration of a simple food chain and a rich context for number processes work, which can be built on for older learners to develop an understanding of rates.

© Learning Through Landscapes. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

< 30 minutes
EYFS
KS1
KS2

Preparation

Download the resource below for detailed step by step guidance.

What you need

  • Different lengths and colours of wool including green
  • A varied open space

Location

  • Outdoors