Autumn KS1 Science Lesson – Seasons & Harvest PowerPoint

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A bright and engaging KS1 science PowerPoint (10 slides) exploring the season of Autumn. Covers signs of autumn, harvest, weather changes, animals preparing for winter and seasonal activities.

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Autumn KS1 – Seasons Science Lesson

Help pupils explore the wonders of autumn with this engaging and easy-to-teach KS1 science PowerPoint.

This seasonal lesson introduces children to the key signs of autumn, including changing leaves, cooler weather, harvest time and animals preparing for winter. Pupils will learn about autumn fruits and vegetables, migration, and simple seasonal changes they can observe in their everyday lives.

With clear explanations, discussion prompts and creative activity ideas, this lesson encourages curiosity, outdoor learning and seasonal awareness.

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📚 What This Lesson Covers

  • The four seasons

  • What happens in autumn

  • Leaves changing colour

  • Leaves falling from trees

  • Cooler weather and shorter days

  • Animals preparing for winter

  • Bird migration

  • Autumn harvest

  • Seasonal fruits and vegetables

  • Halloween traditions (child-friendly)

  • Outdoor autumn activities


🎯 Learning Objectives

Pupils will:

  • Identify the four seasons

  • Recognise key signs of autumn

  • Understand what harvest means

  • Name autumn fruits and vegetables

  • Describe changes in weather

  • Observe seasonal changes in their environment

  • Develop vocabulary linked to seasons


📝 Lesson Includes

✔ Clear and colourful information slides
✔ Starter activity
✔ Vocabulary development
✔ Discussion prompts
✔ Harvest explanation
✔ Simple cultural reference (Halloween)
✔ Outdoor learning prompts
✔ Plenary reflection questions


🏫 Perfect For

  • KS1 Science

  • Seasons topic

  • Autumn topic

  • Early Years seasonal learning

  • Outdoor learning links

  • Harvest celebrations

  • Cross-curricular art activities


💛 Why Teachers Love This Resource

✔ Age-appropriate and engaging
✔ Encourages outdoor observation
✔ Clear seasonal vocabulary
✔ Cross-curricular potential
✔ Minimal preparation required
✔ Great for display inspiration

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