Lesson

What do fox squirrels have in common with longleaf pines?

Lesson Overview

This 3rd grade science lesson utilizes the fox squirrel native to Daufuskie Island to teach the third grade science standard 3-LS3-2- Use evidence to support the explanation that traits can be influenced by the environment. Informational text and informational text reading strategies are also utilized in this lesson. 

Duration
1-2 hours
Lesson Type
Traditional Lesson

Series:

Essential Question

Learning Intentions

I am learning that a trait can be genetic or influenced by environment.

I am learning how traits can be influenced by the environment.

 

Success Criteria

I will know I am successful when…

I can explain using evidence from the video or article how traits can be influenced by the environment.

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Other Instructional Materials or Notes:

3

Resources

Longleaf Pine Habitat- Pee Dee Explorer Video

Daufuskie Island-Carolina Snaps

https://tourdaufuskie.com/grey-fox-squirrels-on-daufuskie/

Fox Squirrel Lesson Plan.pdf

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