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Reptiles and Amphibians

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Introduce your class to various reptiles and amphibians. They will meet and identify a representative from each of the four major reptile families, then learn about and discuss reptile characteristics. Next, they will identify and discuss the differences and similarities between reptiles and amphibians. This lesson suggests the use of either actual or stuffed reptiles. Most local museums have an animal lending library specifically for this type of usage.

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compare and contrast, animal attributes, animals, making observations, the scientific method, amphibians, reptiles

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amphibian, animal characteristics, compare and contrast, reptiles, scientific inquiry, scientific observations, similarities and differences, life cycyle, science
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Grade
3rd - 4th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Technology
Scientific Equipment

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