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Using Venn Diagrams to Compare Two Ecosystems
Students explore the distribution of two ecosystems on a global scale; and map the distribution of tropical and temperate rain forests throughout the world. They use a Venn Diagram to describe these ecosystems and the differences between...
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Venn Diagram
In this chart worksheet, students use a venn diagram to compare two concepts. This graphic organizer is a blank template that can be used for any comparison.
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Coniferous and Deciduous Trees
What are the differences between coniferous and deciduous trees? Supplement your tree lessons with a set of activities that has learners describing, naming, comparing, and reading about deciduous and coniferous trees. The activities are...
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Cell Types and Parts
Eighth graders, after creating a Venn Diagram comparing/contrasting animal and plant cells, writing ten similes describing cell types, or drawing a colored diagram of a cell, list cell types as well as describe and label cell parts. They...
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Amphibians
In this amphibian worksheet, learners read about the frog life cycle to complete the Venn diagram. They also answer 16 fill in the blank questions about frogs.
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A Moth Is Not a Butterfly!
Students identify the differences and similarities between a butterfly and a moth. They complete a Venn diagram, participate in class discussion and conduct related Internet research on the topic.
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How Are the Eyes of Different Organisms Adapted for Sight?
Students compare/contrast the human eye to two other organisms. They use micro viewers to identify the human eye structures, complete a Venn diagram worksheet, identify the function of each eye structure, and answer discussion questions.
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Croc or Gator?
Students study the similarities and differences between crocodiles and alligators using online information. They develop a Venn diagram based on their research.
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Cells And Their Parts
Students investigate different types and their parts. They differentiate prokaryote and eukaryote cells and create a venn diagram displaying differences or similarities. Students write ten similes related to the cells and parts of them.
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Comparing Earth and the Moon
In this Earth and moon worksheet, students will complete a Venn diagram comparing the characteristics of the moon and the Earth. The Venn diagram has a fill in the blank statement in each circle with blank lines for students to fill in...
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Mother Earth
Students compare natural and human made items and gain an awareness of the importance of Mother Earth to the Nez Perce people.
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Sunbeam Dining
Students learn at least two different things that animals eat, then construct a food chain and play a food chain game.
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Pond Theme Unit
In this pond theme worksheet students research facts on pond life. Students complete comprehension questions, crosswords, word search, and math puzzles. Students write a short report.
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What's Goin' Down?
Students explore the concept of environmental stewardship. In this service learning lesson, students investigate the locations of the world's rain forests and concerns regarding the world's rain forests.