Sticklers

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In this outdoor simulation game, learners search for pretend animals called "sticklers" to determine and map where they live (habitat) and how spread out they are in that area (distribution). Learners can explore three types of distribution—uniform (evenly spaced), random (irregularly scattered) and clumped (bunched in one or more places) and compare the patterns of animal life in their game to real animals patterns in nature.

Quick Guide

Learning Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 6 - 14
Resource Types:
Activity, Game, Simulation
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • flat toothpicks and/or popsicle sticks and/or beans
  • data board
  • large felt-tip marker
  • fine tip marking pens
  • map boards (optional)
  • pencils (optional)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Diversity of Life
      • Plants
      • Animals
    • Ecology
      • Populations

Informal Categories

  • Animals
  • Games
  • Nature and Environment
  • Outdoor Activity

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • see color
  • be mobile
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Rights:

  • All rights reserved, The Regents of the University of California, 1979