Paleontology-Footprint Puzzle (Pam Collins)

Author

Pam Collins

Principle(s) Illustrated

1. Observation & Inference

2. Inquiry

3. Process of Science

Standards

• 1d - Formulate explanations by using logic and evidence.

• 1g - Recognize the usefulness and limitations of models and theories as scientific representations of reality

Questioning Script

Prior knowledge & experience:

Big dinosaurs ate little dinosaurs.

Root question:

Explain what you think is happening in the diagram below.

Target response:

The possibilities are endless! They are only limited by a student's imagination.

Common Misconceptions:

A majority of students respond that the big dino ate the little dino.

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