Butterfly Sort: Classification Methods

In this lesson, students will explore ways to classify organisms based on physical similarities by devising a system to classify moths and butterflies using characteristics shown on black and white pictures. In doing so, they will construct a tree using various traits that vary among the different butterfly species. They will then defend their organizational scheme based on observed traits.

Resource ID#: 130111 Type: Teaching Idea

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General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)

Keywords: classification, evolutionary tree, cladogram

Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea, Problem-Solving Task,

Instructional Design Framework(s): Guided Inquiry (Level 3)

Resource Collection: Integrated STEM Centered on Diversity and Ecology Follow-up Program

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