In this basket stars worksheet, students read a 1 page article on basket stars, define 8 vocabulary words and answer 7 short answer questions in complete sentences.

In this scientific classification worksheet, students read about classification and the questions scientists ask in order to classify, then read about features of different classifications of animals. Worksheet is informational, no...

In this biology instructional activity, students complete a crossword puzzle with 20 questions on echinoderms and chordates characteristics and features.

Students engage in a lab which introduces them to fossils and paleontology. They examine eleven numbered boxes containing fossils which are related to the questions on this lab then answer questions on a lab sheet imbedded in this plan.

Why is your grandmother always wondering if you are drinking enough milk? Our bones are made out of calcium, a mineral found in milk, and drinking milk can lead to strong healthy bones. What about other animals? What are their bones made...

Explore the skeletal system. Identify the differences of the endoskeleton and exoskeleton, what the system does, how it interacts with other systems, and how it might vary genetically.

Site provides a detailed overview of crinoids, more commonly referred to as "sea lilies" and "feather stars." Content includes a focus on the animal's endoskeleton, feeding, commensalism, habitat, value, forms, and more. Also has great...

A slide show that demonstrates the development of physical structure in the animal world, moving from sponges through mammals.

A comprehensive site that looks at the different types of echinoderms, their life history and anatomy.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses characteristics of sponges.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of characteristics and traits of vertebrates.