I used this set in order to differentiate as needed for my third grade classes. We learned about the parts of plants and their functions the previous day, and then we used these labeling sheets to learn about the parts of a common algae, kelp, and compare it to the parts of a plant. We then looked at videos of kelp forests and saw how other animals interact with kelp. I’ve included some talking points about kelp on the following page to use as a basic outline for the lesson. This labeling took us about 30 minutes. With the compare and contrast activity and the videos, it was 45 minutes. The main point of my lesson was to reinforce the structures and functions that make up a plant and work on our comparing and contrasting skills by talking about how different these other photosynthetic organisms (algae) are. This was designed with this standard in mind: SC.3.L.14.1 Describe structures in plants and their roles in food production, support, water and nutrient transport, and reproduction. The clipart used is from Clipartino and Fruits of Perseverance. The fonts are from Kinder Pals and the Itty Bitty Teacher. Borders are from EduClips. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
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Are you looking for a interesting and fun way to introduce nonvascular and vascular plants? This is the interactive lesson/activity that your students will love! Using different researched-based strategies, this interactive lesson will guide students to compare and contrast vascular and nonvascular plants, in relation to plant transport, while reducing cognitive load. There is so much diversity in plants, and they need nutrients and water which are essential for their survival. This lesson helps students to understand how these plants get their "food and drink" to survive and thrive! Preview this resource here!
Explore the essence of Valter Longo's The Longevity Diet, from its summary to healthy habits, and compare it with similar health-focused books.
In this activity, students are asked to compare and contrast the ways both plants and animals obtain energy, as well as answer an essential knowledge question detailing how these process are related. This skill meets Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOL) 4.2b The student will investigate and understand that plants and animals have structures that distinguish them from one another and play vital roles in their ability to survive. Key ideas include b) plants and animals have different structures and processes for obtaining energy. In order to meet this standard, it is expected that students will compare methods by which plants and animals obtain energy and describe how these processes are related (4.2 b) Product includes: -Printable PDF -Link to the Google Slides digital version to upload as an assignment into Google Classroom
I printed one of these for each day the students would be observing their plants and put them in a plant book. It's neat to watch how the observations change! This log contains a space to record the date, draw a picture, measure the height, and asks the question "How has your plant changed?" This en...
Students can use this to organize information as they explore how adaptations enable organisms to survive in their environment such as comparing birds' beaks and leaves on plants.
The key difference between vascular and nonvascular plants is that the vascular plants have a vascular tissue to transport water, minerals and nutrients wh
In this unit, Plants and Animals Grow and Change, students read and compare selections about animals and plants to understand how living things grow and change.This packet accompanies the TRS and lessons in the student textbook. It incorporates a variety of the emerging, expanding, and/or bridging r...
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This cell assessment includes over forty questions that tests students' understanding of the structure, function, and history of the cell. The first two pages will have students label the parts of both a plant and animal cell and identify the function of each organelle. Then, students will have to c...
This biology lab activity compares the characteristics of the more primitive land plants. Specifically, students will carry out a detailed examination of 8 commercially prepared slides (2 liverwort, 3 moss, 3 fern) in order to make comparisons between the nonvascular and the seedless vascular plants. Purpose of the Lab: To observes slides of liverworts, mosses, and ferns. To observe the structural features of Bryophytes and Tracheophytes To better understand the evolution of plant life and the ways in which these plants are and are not suited to a life on land. What is included in this resource? Two versions of editable lab handouts that are ready to be printed and passed out to your students. In version 1, students will write lab reports on their own notebook paper. In version 2, students will write on the lab handouts. Complete instructions. 6-page Teacher Guide containing lab preparation instructions, tips, and suggestions. Complete Answer Key containing all answers. Everything you need for the successful completion of this lab. Materials needed for this lab: Compound Microscope Prepared slide of Marchantia Gemmae Cup Prepared slide of Marchantia sporophyte Prepared slide of moss antheridium Prepared slide of moss archegonium Prepared slide of sphagnum sporophyte Prepared slide of Fern (polypodium) sori Prepared slide of Fern (polypodium) rhizome Prepared slide of Fern young sporophyte Living specimens of ferns (if possible) Color Pencils (optional) Please note: Students will need prior instruction and/or access to lecture notes or high school biology textbook to complete this lab. My teaching PowerPoint, "Introduction to the Plant Kingdom" covers all topics included in the lab. Click this link to view PowerPoint. Students will look at each of the slides under the microscope. Students will be asked to draw what they see and to label various structures. Students will also answer a variety of questions about each slide. This can be completed in one or two class periods, depending on the length of your class. Students are asked to compare Bryophytes to Tracheophytes and will discuss which are truly adapted to life on land and why. Related resources include the following Plant Kingdom PowerPoint and Notes for Teacher and Student Plant Kingdom Homework Assignments - Set of 4 Plant Kingdom Acrostic Puzzle Plant Kingdom: Question and Answer Review PowerPoint Plant Kingdom Chat Lab Station Activity Plant Kingdom Unit Test Plant Kingdom Quizzes - Set of 4 Quizzes Plant Kingdom Crossword Puzzles Set of 2 FREE Plant Kingdom Graphic Organizer Lab: Comparing Monocots and Dicots Lab: Transpiration in Plants Plant Reproduction and Response Warm Ups and Interactive Notebook Pages For updates about sales and new products, please follow my store: My TpT Store I would love to have you follow me at these locations as well: My Blog: Amy Brown Science.com My Facebook Page On Pinterest Instagram: @AmyBrownScience
Students conduct a whole class activity to get ready for the performance assessment by reviewing what plants need to survive and thrive. Students brainstorm a list for plants and for themselves. Then they compare the two lists for similarities and differences. Next, students conduct an individual performance assessment in which they plan and carry out an investigation to answer the question: “Do plants need water and sunlight to grow and be healthy?” They set up a fair test, gather data over a two-week period, and use evidence from their observations to support claims and explanations. This performance assessment is designed for use after lessons or a unit on plant needs have been taught. The performance assessment can be used in student portfolios as evidence of mastery of the NGSS performance expectation LS2-1, Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics. 2-LS2-1 Plan and conduct an investigation to determine if plants need sunlight and water to grow. [Assessment Boundary: Assessment is limited to testing one variable at a time.] Included in this packet: Background for the teacher, teaching procedure, student recording pages, student Science Notes for reading, a rubric for scoring and an open ended investigation foldable.
This PDF gives students the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of plant and animal cells by diagramming, matching organelles to function, and comparing and contrasting the two types. Teachers can use this as guided practice or informal assessment.
A comprehensive first grade plant unit including the lifecycle of a plant with science, writing, fiction and nonfiction reading resources, crafts, & more!
This rubric was created to assess student informational compare/contrast essays on 2 plants or 2 animals that they researched for their ecosystem. Could be easily adapted for any compare/contrast essay.
Help students observe and describe how plants and animals are alike and different. This resource includes the following 6 interactive activities for your scholars: Identifying plants vs. animals Sort - cut & paste Plants write & draw - need, can, have, are Animals write & draw - need, can, have, are Comparing Plant and Animal Needs Sort - cut & paste Real or Make Believe? Sort- cut & paste Identify Realistic Animals K-LS1-1 Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals need to survive. SC.K.L.14.2 SC.K.L.14.3 Observe plants and animals, describe how they are alike and how they are different in the way they look and in the things they do. Check out my other Kindergarten Science Resources Follow me for more Primary Science - FOLLOW ME ON TPT
Enhance your child's science education with an engaging, fun lapbook of plant and animal cells.
1. Compare and contrast the nutritional value of plant-based "milk" and mammalian milk2. Learn the differences between whole, 1-2%, skim, lactose-free, and organic milk3. Keep students engaged with this cool form of notetaking!4. Hang in your classroom for review!*PNG files*Printing instructions inc...
Using the Georgia Science standards, this test can be used after teaching plant and animals cells in 5th grade. S5L3. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to compare and contrast the parts of plant and animal cells.
In Lesson #3, FERTILIZATION IN PLANTS AND ANIMALS of the Doctor Science Series: Volume Three - HEREDITY (Grades 3 - 8), students will be able to compare and contrast the sexual reproduction strategies of plants versus animals. Students will diagram the pollination process to illustrate and explain how plants reproduce sexually as well as dissect and identify the parts of a flowering plant. Like all lessons of this series, this folder includes a teacher’s preparation guide complete with ... * clearly defined lesson expectations ... * easily explainable basic scientific principles ... * a list of required lesson materials ... * essential vocabulary definitions ... * notes on lesson preparation and duration ... * tips on lesson execution ... * appropriate answers to student worksheet questions ... * a colorful power point presentation, and ... easy-to-grade reproducible student worksheets. Happy teaching !!
Students fill in the blanks and color the notes as you introduce the organelles found in plant & animal cells. Comparing the organelles to familiar objects can help students remember their functions. Answer Key is included. ...
Science Plant Experiments - How do pesticides affect our food? Compare growing organic produce to shop bought food. Easy sprouting.
This free animal and plant cell worksheet, has children coloring in cell parts, cut and pasting them in the right cell, and finally comparing the cells.
Students are amazed at all the similarities when they organize these 12 colorful cards in a Venn diagram to compare plants and animals. Includes printable version for in-class use and a Google slides version that can be shared with students for distance learning. Find other great resources like these at http://www.sciencecutups.com/ Copyright note: All materials are copyright protected and are fully owned by Supporting Science, Inc. Materials purchased herein are for use by one individual teacher, for use in his/her classroom only. Printable materials may be reproduced as many times as needed for your own students and use in your own classroom, but may not be shared, in print or electronic form, with another teacher without the purchase of additional licenses. Products may not be posted on teacher and/or district websites, or in network drive allowing shared access to the product by other individuals. The digital Google file may only be used and shared with students of the purchasing teacher and may not be shared with other teachers, or posted on any shared platform with other teachers or with parents. The materials should not be posted on any website with public access.
Identify and describe evidence of seasonal change in the immediate environment; Compare the basic needs of plants and animals and identify external features of plants and animals that are used to meet basic needs for growth and survival ...
Animal Cell as City Analogy We have already compared C ell to a factory ; now let's compare Cell to a city. As you know cell is basic s...
This is a simple, fun and easy fold for K-1 Science classes comparing two plants! It is a half sheet fold, copied front to back with KEY and also a nifty short PowerPoint with the answers to the Fold for the kids to see. A great visual to help the students understand that all plants have leaves an...
Cell Analogy to factory Cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life. The easiest way to understand cell structure and functio...
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If your kiddos are like mine, they may need a tad more practice with vascular and nonvascular plants! These were created with the intent of adding to our interactive notebooks, however, these could also be used for quick assessments. Included: **vascular/nonvascular chart **Venn diagram comparing/contrasting characteristics of each {differentiated option available} **summarizing activity--RUBRIC available vocabulary included: vascular, nonvascular, xylem, phloem **Check out other "kingdom" related fun in my store: --Kingdoms square puzzles (free) --Kingdoms: I have, who has --vertebrate/invertebrate review
A very basic unit that compares plant cells and animal cells. Visual aids and hands on labeling activities. A simple assessment at the end. ...
