Race for Survival
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During this interactive "survival" game, students learn about the importance of camouflage and how it helps animals to blend into their surroundings, as either predator or prey. Learners participate by collecting "prey" in various different "habitats" as fast as possible and then predicting which habitat acts better as a means of camouflage. This activity continues with a discussion regarding other aspects of animal survival, which can also lead to lessons on food chains or ecosystems.
- 45 to 60 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Game
- English, Spanish
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Group Data Tables
- Chart paper and marker
- Pencils (one per kid)
- Newspaper (black and white)
- Patterned wrapping paper (approx. 3' x 4' piece, plus extra)
- Colored paper (a few sheets of three colors)
- Cups (two per team, labeled Habitat #1 and #1
- Masking tape
- Camouflage examples from books or Internet
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Animals
- Biodiversity
- Ecology
- Populations
- Diversity of Life
- The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
- The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Games
- Outdoor Activity
- Physical Activity
- Sports and Exercise
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- be mobile
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Uses STEM to solve real-world problems
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- WGBH
Source Collection:
- FETCH! With Ruff Ruffman
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, WGBH Educational Foundation, ©2008
Funding Sources:
- National Science Foundation, 0714741
- Public Television Viewers
- Greendog
