Life in Hot, Dry Climates
Grade 10th Grade · Science · 50 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can analyze how specific adaptations help plants and animals survive in hot and dry environments.
Warm-Up Video
SciShow Kids · 4:40
Amazing Ways to Live in the Desert!
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Deserts are very dry places, and they can be either very hot or very cold.
- 2
Cactuses store water in their thick stems, while jackrabbits get water from plants and by eating their own poop.
- 3
Animals that are active at sunrise and sunset are called crepuscular, and this lifestyle helps them avoid the hottest part of the day.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe two adaptations that jackrabbits have that help them survive in hot, dry desert environments. Explain how each adaptation helps the jackrabbit.”
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