7th Grade Science Guide
7.5: Changes in Species 3 Dimensions & Progressions
Unit 6
CSD Storyline Phenomena: Do you See What I See?
Objective
Overview
Materials
● I can make inferences about traits and how they might help organisms survive.
● Show students pictures for the powerpoint below. Ask students what advantage these animals might have in their specifc environments and
● Lesson Plan ● Do You See What I See
how that might be benefcial for their survival.
Activity: Rock Pocket Mice
Objective
Overview
Materials
● I can explain how some traits can increase or decrease an organism’s chance of survival in a specifc environment.
● Students will obtain
● Student packet ● Teacher Key ● Colored pencils ● Computer and movie screen ● Video link for Rock Pocket Mice Activity
information and gather data about Rock Pocket Mice and the environments in which they live. They will use this data to explain how certain traits can affect the reproduction and survival of a species in the environment in which they live.
Activity: Peppered Moths
Objective
Overview
Materials
● I can explain how some traits can increase or decrease an organism’s chance of survival in a specifc environment.
● Students will use an interactive website to
● Lesson Plan
learn about Pepper Moths and the history of their survival. Students will obtain and evaluate information about the Peppered Moths. They will look for patterns and carry out an investigation
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