3rd Grade Science Unit 9

Big Idea:

Explore different adaptations of plants and animals.

Student Expectations:

Focus TEKS

3.10(A) [Readiness] Explore how structures and functions of plants and animals allow them to survive in a particular environment

Ongoing TEKS

3.2(C) [Ways to Show] Construct maps, graphic organizers, simple tables, charts, and bar graphs using tools and current technology to organize, examine, and evaluate measured data

3.3(A) [Ways to Show] Analyze, evaluate, and critique scientific explanations by using evidence, logical reasoning, and experimental and observational testing

3.3(C) [Ways to Show] Connect grade-level appropriate science concepts with the history of science, science careers, and contributions of scientists

3.4(A) [Tools to Know] Collect, record, and analyze information using tools, including cameras, computers, hand lenses, metric rulers, Celsius thermometers, wind vanes, rain gauges, pan balances, graduated cylinders, beakers, spring scales, hot plates, meter sticks, magnets, collecting nets, notebooks, and Sun, Earth, and Moon system models; timing devices and materials to support observation of habitats of organisms such as terrariums and aquariums

Student Learning Targets:

• I will explain how plants and animals can survive in a particular environment.

Essential Questions:

• How does the structure of an organism help it survive?
• How do organisms survive in harsh or hostile environments?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: ScienceFusion, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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