“From Grass to Glass: The Story of Milk” is an engaging animated digital story video for children aged 6–9 (Key Stage 1 / Lower KS2). This ready-to-use classroom resource takes students on a visual journey from the farm all the way to the glass, covering how milk is produced, processed, and why it’s good for our bodies.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
• 1 Digital Story Video (22 illustrated slides, animated format)
• Fun facts throughout (Did you know a cow can drink up to 50 gallons of water a day?)
• Simple, age-appropriate language perfect for EAL learners too

TOPICS COVERED:
• Farm animals — cows and their habitat
• How cows produce milk (grass → udder → milk)
• Milking machines and farmer’s role
• The dairy factory process: cooling, cleaning, testing, packaging
• Nutritional value: calcium for bones, protein for muscles
• Types of milk and dairy products (cheese, yogurt, ice cream)

IDEAL FOR:
• Science: Living things, food and nutrition, farming
• PSHE / Health: Healthy eating and where food comes from
• English: Non-fiction text, vocabulary, discussion prompts
• Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
• EAL support — highly visual with on-screen text
• Morning register activity, whole-class lesson starter or plenary

CURRICULUM LINKS (England):
• KS1 Science: Animals including humans — what animals eat, basic needs
• KS1/KS2: Seasonal and environmental changes on farms
• DfE Relationships & Health Education: Healthy eating

Simply play on your interactive whiteboard or any device — no preparation needed!

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