Lesson Plan

Animal Families Lesson Plan

Students will observe and compare body structures of young animals and their parents, complete a matching worksheet, and discuss basic life cycles to understand growth and change.

This one-on-one lesson builds observation and comparison skills while supporting Tier 3 learners through scaffolded guidance. It deepens understanding of animal growth, fosters critical thinking, and nurtures curiosity about nature.

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Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Observation and Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Comparison Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Closing

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Animal Families Uncovered

Key Terms

Observation Time

Example Comparison

Your Turn: Comparison Worksheet

Reflection & Discussion

Life Cycle Recap

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Worksheet

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Activity

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Animal Families Uncovered

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