Keywords: Biology And Life Science
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A blackwater river from sea to source: The White Oak River transect
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Abstract: A "virtual field trip" up the White Oak River in southeastern North Carolina, with discussion of how local ecology changes along the way due to decreasing salinity.
A comparison of the plant ecology of two fields
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Abstract: Students will apply random sampling techniques to do a plant population/community/ecosystem study to model how these things are interrelated.
A home for Lars
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Abstract: Our lesson plan is based on the book, "Ahoy There, Little Polar Bear", by Hans de Beer. We will use the book to introduce the polar bear's habitat and will elaborate on the necessary things a polar bear needs to survive in this habitat.
African animals in habitats
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Abstract: This is an inquiry-based animal study for early childhood students centered around a visit to the African Continent of the North Carolina Zoo.
All about life
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Abstract: A primary curriculum based around life and environmental science draws on children's natural curiosity to teach reading, math, and more. For students to be successful in the science curriculum, they must study science through "hands-on" experiences. I use their past experiences as well as present ... More »
Alternatives to the animal report
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Abstract: This "Rethinking Reports" series of articles offers alternative research-based assignments on folktales, animal adaptations, and biodiversity.
Amazing Amaryllis Activities
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Abstract: Students will use an amaryllis started from a bulb to explore the growth of the plant, measure, record and compare the growth of the leaves and the flower. They will enter the data on a spreadsheet and convert it into a graph.
American black bear
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Abstract: The students will examine the structural characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the American Black Bear necessary for survival.
An integrated lesson comparing the butterfly and frog life cycles
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Abstract: Students will build on their prior knowledge about the butterfly life cycle to compare and contrast the life cycles of butterflies and frogs. Students will locate butterflies on the school grounds and create pictographs and models of fractions to explain their findings mathematically. Students will also ... More »
Animal adaptation
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Abstract: This lesson focuses on the adaptations, body structures, and behavior of animals. The students will explore animal growth and adaptations of animals. This lesson is designed to be taught during the reading of "Stone Fox".
Animal folktales: legends, superheroes, and pourquoi tales
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Abstract: By writing a narrative about an animal rather than a traditional report, students can learn about literature, develop writing skills, and still fulfill science and research objectives.
Animal report
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Abstract: After studying the various animal groups, students write a report about an animal of their choosing using well-formed paragraphs.
Animals move!
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Abstract: This plan introduces students to the different ways animals move.
Animals movin' on up
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Abstract: Children will explore animal body parts in animal pictures using the inquiry method. They will discuss their functions in movement and eating. They will also discuss the idea that classifications of animals have similar body parts.
Animals undercover
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Abstract: Students will learn about the different animal coverings using the inquiry method. They will learn about how the covering is used for protection and to control body temperatures.
At home in the tropical rainforest
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Abstract: Students will choose one rainforest animal to research using print and electronic resources. They will work cooperatively with a partner to create a Hyperstudio card with the following information: photograph of the animal, the layer of the rainforest it inhabits, sound the animal makes, and an interesting ... More »
Bats
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Abstract: The students will learn that bats are nocturnal and use echolocation.
Beans and how they grow
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Abstract: The students will incorporate computer skills, math, and literature with books such as: "Miss Rumphius" and "The Reason for a Flower".
Believe it or not! Reporting on amazing animals
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Abstract: A visual and oral presentation of an "animal report" can engage students' interest and develop their artistic and visual literacy skills.
Bird watching made elementary
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Abstract: Observing and identifying birds can be a gateway to a variety of learning experiences. This primer will get you started birding.