Year 1 Amphibians Activities

Explore the Amazing World of Amphibians

Introduce Year 1 children to the fascinating world of frogs, toads and other amphibians with seven engaging activities that combine science investigation, outdoor exploration, music and literacy. This comprehensive cross-curricular resource pack develops understanding of life cycles, habitats and simple animal classification—closely aligned with the National Curriculum for Science, English and Music.

What's Included:

• Amphibians Poster – Visual reference for identifying common amphibians and their key characteristics.
• Label the Amphibian – Interactive activity to learn amphibian anatomy and body parts.
• Comparing Frogs and Toads – Develop observation skills by identifying similarities and differences between related species.
• Frog Life Cycle – Discover the incredible transformation from frogspawn to tadpole to adult frog.
• Frog Diet – Explore what amphibians eat and how they catch their prey, introducing simple food chains.
• Pond Dipping – Hands-on outdoor investigation to discover amphibians and other pond creatures in their natural habitat.
• Five Little Speckled Frogs – Musical activity linking science learning to a familiar counting song.

Learning Outcomes:

Children will identify and describe common amphibians, understand the frog life cycle and metamorphosis and explore pond habitats and food chains. Activities build scientific vocabulary, observation skills and early classification, while meeting Year 1 Science objectives for Animals, including humans with cross-curricular links to English (speaking, listening and simple writing) and Music.

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

Ready-to-teach activities bring amphibian study to life with minimal preparation. The pack combines indoor learning with outdoor pond exploration, encouraging children to connect with nature and develop simple fieldwork skills. It is ideal for spring and summer terms when amphibians are most active and works well for mixed-ability groups, offering hands-on, engaging tasks that support scientific enquiry and environmental awareness.