The Butterfly Life Cycle (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Coral reefs are underwater ecosystems built by tiny coral animals. They support an incredible diversity of marine life including fish, sea turtles, and invertebrates.

Key Words

vertebrate
invertebrate

Materials Needed

zip-lock bags
labels
seeds
soil

Safety First

Do not mix unknown chemicals together.
Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read the introduction and identify the main idea of this lesson.

Step 2 — Do

Collect and classify 10 organisms from your yard into kingdoms, phyla, or groups. Use a dichotomous key if available.

Step 3 — Observe

Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.

Step 4 — Record

Create a data table to organize your measurements.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Why do some birds migrate?