Dichotomous Keys
ITEM #640g
- Aligned to Standards grades 5-8
- Learn to classify objects and living organisms
- 7 activities including construction of a tree key and seashell key
- Designed for 24 students working in groups of four
National Stardards for Grades 5-8
Dichotomous keys are used to classify and identify objects or living organisms. Guide students through the process of using keys with several real-world examples, just like scientists! Includes seven different activities, ranging from easy to challenging and basic to scientific, allowing students of differing abilities to readily learn to use a key. Culminating activities include Constructing a Tree Key to Your Own School and Using a Dichotomous Key to Identify Seashells using scientific names. Seashells are included. Allow up to five class periods to complete activities. Required, but not included: Colored pencils or crayons.
Kit Includes:
- Includes Instruction manual
- Tree Finder book
- Six shell classification sets
- String
- Rulers
- Magnifying glasses
This product ships separately and requires 2-4 weeks delivery time.