FOSS Third Edition Structures of Life

In the Structures of Life Module, students observe, compare, categorize, and care for a selection of organisms. Students observe and describe the life cycles of plants and animals, observe the characteristics of the human body, and explore food chains.

Students will:

• Observe and compare properties of seeds and fruits.
• Investigate the effect of water on seeds.
• Observe, describe, and record structures of germinated seeds and learn their functions for the growing plant.
• Describe and compare different kinds of germinated seeds.
• Grow plants hydroponically and observe the life cycle of a bean plant, focusing on structures and functions.
• Observe and record crayfish structural and behavioral adaptations.
• Use knowledge of crayfish requirements to maintain the organisms in the classroom.
• Organize data about crayfish territorial behavior.
• Study skeletal systems using bones, images, and models.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data from life science investigations to build explanations.

Investigations:

• Investigation 1: Origin of Seeds
• Investigation 2: Growing Further
• Investigation 3: Meet the Crayfish
• Investigation 4: Human Body

A Complete Kit includes:

• Investigations Guide
• Teacher Resources
• 32 Science Resource books
• Nonconsumable equipment
• Consumable materials for two class uses

Please note: Live Organism Coupons are not included in the kit; they must be purchased separately.

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