Scientific Observations of Southern California Carnivores
Overview
Students will make scientific observations of carnivore pelts and skulls. Students will identify characteristics of carnivores that make them suitable for eating meat.
Activity Type:
Lesson
Target Grade Level:
K-2, 3-5, 6-8
Estimated Duration:
1 hour
Topics:
Carnivores
Possible Connections to NGSS |
Performance Expectations K-LS1-1: Use observations to describe patterns of what plants, animals and humans need to survive. 2-LS4-1: Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats. 3-LS3-2: Use evidence to support the explanation that traits can be influenced by the environment. 4-ESS3-2: Generate and compare multiple solutions to reduce the impacts of natural Earth processes on humans. 5-ESS3-1: Combine and obtain information about ways individual communities use science ideas to protect Earth’s resources and environment. |
Created by:
Climate Kids
