What do slugs, octopus and clams have in common (hint...where do they wear their shoes?)?
This lesson examines the features and diversity of the Mollusk phylum. The students will identify key shared characteristics and qualities found in each of the major representative groups.
Warm Ups, etc:
Zebra Mussels - students learn about the invasive alien species
Products of Molluscs - interest grabber to relate human uses of mollusca, from food to pearls...
1 foot, 8 foot, 10 foot...bunch - review questions about molluscs
Instruction, Presentations, Assignments, Activities, etc:
Preserved samples of mollusks