Primary Worksheet: Tarantula
Primary worksheets on the topic of Tarantula designed for primary school students. A basic passage with questions at the end to answer, testing the students comprehension levels.
Tarantula is the common name for a group of hairy and often large spiders. There are around 900 species of tarantulas that have been found.
Tarantulas are arachnids and unlike insects, only have two body parts and eight legs. They are cold blooded animals that are unable to control their body temperature. They rely on their environment to help them regulate their heat.
Tarantulas can be kept as pets but should not be handled as they can bite and have irritating hairs.
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Basic Tips
When teaching a new concept to a student, make it as visual as possible. Concepts become more comprehensible. A standard lesson should follow this basic structure:
- Introduction: gather what knowledge the students have on the topic. Assess and evaluate your level to base how much assistance they require throughout the lesson
- Concept: teaching the actual topic of the lesson. Highlight the difficulty the students are having and apply the appropriate action. For example, if they do not understand the meaning of a word, get them to highlight it for further studying in the future.
- Evaluation: conclude the lesson by getting the students to feedback what you have taught. Ensure they comprehend the topic and know the main points.
Build the confidence level of students through active participation. Encourage projects for them to do what they have learnt into practical use. The more engaging the lesson is, the better the result.
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