A Slice of Apple Fly
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In this activity, learners build an instrument for catching and observing flies. Learners act as entomologists, attract flies into a jar using a slice of apple, and then observe the flies' behavior. Learners distinguish between male and female flies and study fly reproduction. The learning time for this activity can vary significantly, depending on how long learners want to observe the flies. Learners release the flies outside at the end of the activity.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 4 weeks
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 4 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- A slice of apple
- A big glass jar or plastic container
- A big plastic funnel
- A paper towel
- A piece of scrap paper
- A rubber band
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Animals
- Classification
- Ecology
- Populations
- Diversity of Life
- The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Science as a Career
- The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Collecting
- Nature and Environment
- Outdoor Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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