Classifying Animal Phyla
Learning Objective
I can classify animals into major phyla based on their characteristics.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Scientists classify animals into different groups based on shared characteristics to better understand the differences between them.
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Vertebrates are animals that have spines or backbones, while invertebrates do not have backbones, and most of the animals in the world are invertebrates.
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The five classes of vertebrates are fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Classify the following animals as either a vertebrate or an invertebrate: spider, shark, frog, and earthworm.”
Teacher Guide
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