Begin the lesson by discussing the various ways animals move and how these movements aid in their survival. This sets the stage for understanding the importance of movement in the animal kingdom.
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Living Things Move
Learning Objectives
- Identify different ways animals move and explain how these movements help in their survival.
- Describe how certain plants move in response to environmental changes.
- Understand the concept of internal movement in living things, such as the pumping of blood in animals and the movement of water and nutrients in plants.
Introduction and Hook
Introduce the concept of plant movement by showing how plants like the Venus flytrap and mimosa respond to environmental stimuli.
Direct Instruction
Explain the different types of animal movements such as walking, flying, and swimming, and how these help animals escape predators or find food.
Discuss internal movement in living things, like the heart pumping blood in animals and water movement in plants.
Guided Exploration
Watch the video 'Responses to Stimuli' to see examples of how both plants and animals react to environmental changes. This video helps students visualize the concept of movement in response to stimuli.
Engage in a discussion on how these responses aid in survival, encouraging students to think of other examples in their environment.
Hands-On Activity
Conduct an activity where students observe and record the movement of plants in response to light over a few days.
Use the 'Plants Grow and Respond to Changes' worksheet to guide students in planning and documenting their observations.
Independent Practice
Have students complete the 'Living Things Grow' worksheet to reinforce their understanding of growth and movement in living organisms.
Check for Understanding
Conduct a class discussion to review the different ways animals and plants move and how these movements are essential for survival.
Use the 'Animals Respond to Changes' worksheet to assess students' understanding of animal behavior and adaptation.
Review and Reflection
Reflect on the lesson by discussing how understanding movement in living things can help us appreciate the complexity of life.
Encourage students to share any new insights or questions they have about the topic.
Assessment and Extension
Administer the 'Review – Living Things Around Us' assessment to evaluate students' comprehension of the lesson's key concepts.
Encourage students to explore further by researching unique animal movements or plant responses to stimuli.
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