TEKS & Objectives
7.12 Organisms and environments. The student knows that living systems at all levels of organization demonstrate the complementary nature of structure and function. The student is expected to:
7.12.C recognize levels of organization in plants and animals, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and organisms
We will explore the physical structure of animals.
I will demonstrate the importance of opposable thumbs.
1. Watch video.
GG External Animal Parts K2
2. Review vocabulary and complete quiz.
Structure Anything made of parts held together in a specific way
External Part Any part of an animal that is on the outside of it
Claws Hard structures attached to the fingers and toes of some animals that help them dig, scratch and defend themselves
Opposable Thumb This is the digit positioned opposite to the other fingers on your hand. It can move independently, which allows you to more easily handle things like tools.
3. Watch this funny commercial that asks an interesting question.
4. Label Milo the Cat’s external parts.
Choose one.
5. Try doing different tasks without the use of your thumb.
- Stack cups, cap and uncap a water bottle, open a bag of chips, tie your shoes, be creative!
Speaking of cats…
Why did the teenage cat get sent to his room?
He had a bad cat-ttitude.
6. “Genius Challenge – External Animal Parts”
