2 Ecology
2.1 Living and Non Living Things
Use MRS GREN to describe and identify living things:
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In class activity: The Martian and the Car. Debate and trials in class
Homework: Use MRS GREN to write at least three notes for each item
Homework: Use MRS GREN to write at least three notes for each item
2.2 Classification and Dichotomous Keys
-Use Dichotomous Keys to identify "Things"
-Recognize that living things are organized and classified according to common features -Use KPCOFGS to classify several organisms
In class activity: make a dichotomous key using the Mr. Men in your notebook. Then use the provided "mystery items" to make your own dichotomous key with your group. |
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2.3 Cells and Microscopes
Safely and properly use microscopes to identify:
-Parts of plant cells:
-Parts of animal cells
Activity 1: Use pages 2-3 in your workbook to take notes on different types of cells. Practice making a biological drawing of a plant and animal cell.
Activity 2: Learn how to use compound microscopes, make observations, and calculate magnification. Practice drawing something observed under a microscope. Homework (a): Pages 2,3,7 from workbook Activity 3: Learn how to make a slide of a slice of onion to observe onion cells. Make a slide and observe your own cheek cells. Activity 4: Use microscopes to explore the ecology of pond water and pond micro-life. Homework (b): Cell and Microscope Workbook to be completely finished. |
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2.4 Ecology
Describe the meanings of:
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2.5 Food chains and Food Webs
-Describe the meanings of
-Read and Interpret food chains and food webs and make connections to "Energy Flow"
In Class Activity:
Homework: Both of the following worksheets
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2.6 Ecosystems And Biodiversity
- Be able to describe how living things are connected and affected by each other.
- Be able to describe the importance of biodiversity.
2.7 Adaptations and Habitat
Be able to describe:
In Class Activities for Adaptations
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