Discipline: Science
Grade(s)/Level: 7th Grade
Course: Life Science
©Literacy Design Collaborative. September 2011
Students will be able to investigate the diversity of living organisms and how they can be compared scientifically. They will recognize the organisms' characteristics and classify them into specific domains and kingdoms based upon the physical characteristics they observe.
Note to Teachers:
This module leads students through investigations of organisms' organization from basic to complex. Students investigate processes associated with systems that function in acquisition and utilization of energy (e.g., digestion, respiration, and excretion). They examine these processes through a comparative study of the six kingdoms of life, which ultimately lead them to the understanding that all living organisms (including humans) are made of cells and all participate in these processes in order to maintain life.
After researching the following articles on various organisms, write a report that defines "organisms" and explains in which domain and kingdom you would classify each organism. Support your discussion with evidence from your research.
Template Task 11 Informational or Explanatory/Definition
L1: After researching________ (informational texts) on ________(content), write a/an ________(report or substitute) that defines________ (term or concept) and explains ________(content). Support your discussion with evidence from your research.
Author(s): Kim Cheney