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Snakes in the Everglades

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The Burmese python is on the loose ... and he's hungry! Illustrate the differences between causative and correlative relationships through an inquiry lesson. Pupils examine several sources of information to determine if there is a relationship between the increase in python population and the decrease in mammal populations.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Include an additional study of the changing Everglades ecosystem to bring more data into the lesson
  • Challenge the class to research other invasive species as a part of a group project
Classroom Considerations
Pros
  • The lesson is very trendy and relevant to the standards it addresses
  • Teacher's guide includes very focused questions to keep the lesson on track
Cons
  • None
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