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Animal Adaptations: Structural, Physiological, & Behavioral Adaptations

This one-time class offers a chance for students to learn about animal adaptations while sculpting or drawing adaptations, combining art and science. Class includes a visit with a live prehensile-tailed skink! - Zoology - Biolology - Clay
Mrs. Scott Licensed Teacher Bachelor's of Science
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(42)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 4
This class will teach students how to look animals and identify their adaptations. Class is very hands-on using real model concepts, an activity sheet for notes, and sculpting or drawing to reinforce the lesson and help make connections. 

Class includes: 
-introductions 
-learn about adaptations
-examination of models
-analysis of a live reptile's adaptations (prehensile-tailed skink)
-printable worksheet with fun facts for notes
-trivia 
-sculpt out of clay/play dough (students may draw or paint)
-answer any remaining questions

Students need to bring modeling clay, playdough, or home made clay (see supply list).  Students may choose to paint or draw instead!

Learning Goals

Students will understand the major differences between eye placement in the skull of a predator and prey, as well as the differences in the teeth of a carnivore and herbivore.
learning goal

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Real reptiles and animal skulls may be used to demonstrate concepts.
Supply List
Students can use common household ingredients to make their own air dry clay before class (many great recipes online) or they can use any modeling clay, playdough, etc. of their choosing! Some students may prefer to paint or draw and they’ll have fun learning too!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
4.9
42reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Science
My teaching experience in the life sciences includes ecology, and biology. Before I became a teacher I worked with wildlife, in a microbiology lab, and also in animal welfare. I have always been called to work with children and have volunteered at girl scout camps, zoo camps and children's hospitals. As a teacher on Outschool I am committed to bringing visual and tangible content to the classroom. I believe teaching is more than just a lecture. My students learn best by seeing examples of concepts, and by breaking new content down into manageable pieces. I am always available for questions and support!

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$18

per class
Meets once
40 min

Completed by 49 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-9 learners per class

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