We did this unit right after the Biomimicry unit for Next Generation Science Standard 1-LS1-1. This next standard focused on how parents help their offspring survive.
Standard:
1-LS1-2 Read texts and use media to determine patterns in behavior of parents and offspring that help offspring survive. [Clarification Statement: Examples of patterns of behaviors could include the signals that offspring make (such as crying, cheeping, and other vocalizations) and the responses of the parents (such as feeding, comforting, and protecting the offspring).]
- We started with this animal sorting activity from Generation Genius.
- Then we read the following books:
- Then we did the birdwatching activity from The Wonder of Science
- We wrapped up by completing this graphic organizer