Animal Families and Nearby Nature
3 Activities
More from this collaborator
Grades 2 - 6
Overview
We can learn a lot when we take time to observe nature nearby. In this playlist, youth learn about six animal families, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, fish, birds, and mammals. Additionally, we take a look at the plants in the community and how they support the animal families.
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists* use taxonomy or the system used to categorize living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone. Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Both reptiles and amphibians have a backbone, while invertebrates, as the name implies, do not.
*Community scientist is the inclusive term and is synonymous with citizen scientist.
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Fish, Birds, and Mammals
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
Grades 4 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists use taxonomy or the system used to sort living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone.
Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on fish, birds, and mammals.
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Plants and Animals in My Community
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Plants and Animals in My Community
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Plants and animals in your neighborhood or community are essential to its health and resilience. There are numerous benefits from beautification to critical habitat for migratory birds. Taking time to observe and work with nature gives an appreciation for the role they play in a healthy ecosystem - an ecosystem we impact with our actions. As a part of a community, it’s important to know what wildlife and plant life need for survival and learn from local agencies and non-profit organizations how to protect wildlife and become a better nature steward. Remember each action we take has an impact on the environment. Our small actions add up and have a ripple effect on the delicate web of life.
Discover Activity
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists* use taxonomy or the system used to categorize living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone. Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Both reptiles and amphibians have a backbone, while invertebrates, as the name implies, do not.
*Community scientist is the inclusive term and is synonymous with citizen scientist.
Discover Activity
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
Grades 4 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists use taxonomy or the system used to sort living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone.
Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on fish, birds, and mammals.
Discover Activity
Plants and Animals in My Community
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Plants and Animals in My Community
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Plants and animals in your neighborhood or community are essential to its health and resilience. There are numerous benefits from beautification to critical habitat for migratory birds. Taking time to observe and work with nature gives an appreciation for the role they play in a healthy ecosystem - an ecosystem we impact with our actions. As a part of a community, it’s important to know what wildlife and plant life need for survival and learn from local agencies and non-profit organizations how to protect wildlife and become a better nature steward. Remember each action we take has an impact on the environment. Our small actions add up and have a ripple effect on the delicate web of life.
Discover Activity
Animal Families and Nearby Nature
More from this collaborator
Animal Families and Nearby Nature
Grades 2 - 6
Overview
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists* use taxonomy or the system used to categorize living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone. Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Both reptiles and amphibians have a backbone, while invertebrates, as the name implies, do not.
*Community scientist is the inclusive term and is synonymous with citizen scientist.
Discover Activity
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
Grades 4 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists use taxonomy or the system used to sort living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone.
Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on fish, birds, and mammals.
Discover Activity
Plants and Animals in My Community
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Plants and Animals in My Community
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Plants and animals in your neighborhood or community are essential to its health and resilience. There are numerous benefits from beautification to critical habitat for migratory birds. Taking time to observe and work with nature gives an appreciation for the role they play in a healthy ecosystem - an ecosystem we impact with our actions. As a part of a community, it’s important to know what wildlife and plant life need for survival and learn from local agencies and non-profit organizations how to protect wildlife and become a better nature steward. Remember each action we take has an impact on the environment. Our small actions add up and have a ripple effect on the delicate web of life.
Discover Activity
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Invertebrates
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists* use taxonomy or the system used to categorize living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone. Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Both reptiles and amphibians have a backbone, while invertebrates, as the name implies, do not.
*Community scientist is the inclusive term and is synonymous with citizen scientist.
Discover Activity
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Fish, Birds, and Mammals
Grades 4 - 6
50 Minutes
Animals can be categorized in many different ways. Scientists and community scientists use taxonomy or the system used to sort living things. One way animals are classified is by phylum-sorting animals into categories starting with first, whether they have a backbone or no backbone.
Elementary-aged children do not need to know the scientific systems by which animals are categorized, but they do need to begin observing and identifying characteristics that place-specific animals in specific groups. For this activity, children will focus on fish, birds, and mammals.
Discover Activity
Plants and Animals in My Community
STEM Lab: Build, Tinker, Explore, The Natural World
Plants and Animals in My Community
Grades 2 - 6
50 Minutes
Plants and animals in your neighborhood or community are essential to its health and resilience. There are numerous benefits from beautification to critical habitat for migratory birds. Taking time to observe and work with nature gives an appreciation for the role they play in a healthy ecosystem - an ecosystem we impact with our actions. As a part of a community, it’s important to know what wildlife and plant life need for survival and learn from local agencies and non-profit organizations how to protect wildlife and become a better nature steward. Remember each action we take has an impact on the environment. Our small actions add up and have a ripple effect on the delicate web of life.
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