Animal Adaptations

Students model using different kinds of tools that simulate bird beaks with the type of food the beaks is best suited for. Data is collected and presented in graphic form, and students also answer analysis questions and write conclusions about their findings. Students then extend their learning to other organisms' adaptations. Suggestions for research extensions is also provided. Suggested formative assessments are also included.
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Adobe Flash Player, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Silverlight, Java Plugin
Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: adaptation, bird beaks, natural selection
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Worksheet,  Problem-Solving Task,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Resource Collection: General Collection

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