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Study Jams! Animal Adaptations InteractiveStudy Jams! Animal Adaptations Interactive
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Scholastic
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3rd - 8th
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Study Jams! Animal Adaptations

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Physical and behavioral adaptations are discussed by two teen girls as monarch butterflies flutter by. They also describe the process of natural selection. With colorful animation and relatable teen language, learners are sure to adapt to the information presented!

299 Views 225 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

adaptations, camouflage, instincts, natural selection

Additional Tags

adaptation, camouflage, natural selection, instinct, science

Pros

  • Engaging and relatable animation
  • A Test Yourself quiz provided for comprehension assessment
  • A few key vocabulary terms can be printed out or studied on the site
  • Website provides links to publisher's other related resources
  • Supports both Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.6.7 RI.7.7 RI.8.7 RST.6-8.9

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