Ocean Life: Creatures of the Deep

What You'll Learn

The life cycle of a frog includes egg, tadpole, tadpole with legs, froglet, and adult frog. This process of metamorphosis takes several weeks to months depending on the species.

Key Words

pollination
photosynthesis
vertebrate

Materials Needed

paper towels
markers
tape

Safety First

Wash hands after handling materials.
Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Review the background information on Ecosystems before starting.

Step 2 — Do

Dissect a flower (lily or tulip works well). Identify and label the sepals, petals, stamen, pistil, and ovary. Tape each part to paper.

Step 3 — Observe

Draw a detailed diagram of what you observe.

Step 4 — Record

Write a conclusion: what did your results show? Did they match your prediction?

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What are the stages of a butterfly's life cycle in order?