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Lesson 30 of 84 · Simple Ecosystems
ExperimentNight Animals: Who's Awake?
What You'll Learn
Different animals have different coverings: fur, feathers, scales, or smooth skin.
Key Words
- bird
- habitat
- life cycle
Materials Needed
- small pots
- cotton balls
- zip-lock bags
- labels
- seeds
- soil
Safety First
- Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
- Do not mix unknown chemicals together.
- Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Talk about what you already know about Simple Ecosystems.
Step 2 — Do
Draw the life cycle of a butterfly: egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, butterfly. Label each stage.
Step 3 — Observe
Compare what happened to what you predicted.
Step 4 — Record
Tell the class one thing you learned today.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What do bees get from flowers?