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Lesson 33 of 84 ยท What Living Things Need

Experiment

Animal Homes and Habitats (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Animals live in habitats that give them what they need: food, water, shelter, and space. A fish lives in water, a bird lives in trees.

Key Words

  • life cycle
  • offspring

Materials Needed

  • tape
  • small pots
  • cotton balls
  • zip-lock bags

Safety First

  • Keep small objects away from young children.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
  • Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: Animals live in habitats that give them what they need: food, water, shelter, and space. A fish lives in water, a bird lives in trees.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Build or make something using your materials.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Look for something that changed. What is it?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Circle the correct answer on your worksheet.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a habitat?