TTS The Molliebird - An Evolution Story

• Engaging science narrative poem explaining evolution and natural selection in an easy way for children to understand. • A children's evolution storybook helping teachers address misconceptions children have about inheritance and species changes. • Teachers will find this book a valuable resource for explaining complex scientific concepts. The beautifully illustrated story of the Molliebird by the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT) offers a fictional context to discuss evolution and natural selection. • A natural disaster leaves the bright blue Molliebird, without camouflage in her surroundings. She notices that brown baby birds thrive and so tries painting herself in the hope that her baby birds will be born in the same colour. When this does not work she has to think again….. Using this book, teachers can help children understand how animals and plants adapt to their environment in different ways and how adaptation may lead to evolution. The story also explains the concept of offspring varying from their parents, addressing common misconceptions. By incorporating this engaging science narrative poem, teachers can facilitate meaningful discussions about evolution and natural selection, making these complex topics more accessible for children. • Delightful story with beautiful illustrations • Developed by the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT) • Explains evolution and natural selection in a child friendly way • Enables teacher to identify and address children’s misconceptions