Format
A Fernbank Educator will introduce students to the program and share fun visuals including videos, graphics, and biofacts. Students will also meet up to three of Fernbank's live animal ambassadors and participate in discussions and activities. The program will end with a Q&A opportunity for students.
Engaging pre- and post-program activities aligned with standards will also be provided via Moodle.
Objectives
Essential Question: How are structure and function related in organisms?
Students will:
1. Discuss how animals are identified and compare different animal groups.
2. Explore how external features and adaptations of animals allow them to survive in their
habitat.
3. Identify the roles of organisms and the flow of energy within an ecosystem.
Standards Alignment
State Standards
Georgia
3rd- 5th Grade
1. Discuss how animals are identified and compare different animal groups. S5L1a
2. Explore how external features and adaptations of animals allow them to survive in their
habitat. S3L1b
3. Identify the roles of organisms and the flow of energy within an ecosystem. S4L1
6th-8th Grade
1. Discuss the taxonomic classification of major animal groups and compare their physical
characteristics. S7L1
2. Discuss the roles of animals in the food chain as consumers and as prey to other animals.
S7L4a,b
3. Study the behavior and life history of animals, focusing on their survival adaptations. S7L4a
4. Discover the importance of animals in the environment. S7L4a