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In this activity, learners work in small groups to match various marine animals with their different environments. Learners will have the opportunity to draw the animals, and discuss their characteristics. As a wrap up, educators engage learners in a discussion about their selections and can emphasize what enables these animals to survive in their specific environment.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- free per group of students
- Ages 4 - 8
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- 11x17 habitat worksheets
- animal pictures 1 and animal pictures 2
- markers, colored pencils, or crayons (blue, yellow, red, and orange)
- tape
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Structure
- Oceans and Water
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Earth Structure
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Life Sciences
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Diversity of Life
- Animals
- Classification
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Ecology
- Ecosystems
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Diversity of Life
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Formulating Explanations
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Arts and Crafts
- Nature and Environment
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, California Academy of Sciences, 2008