Access Point #: SC.K.L.14.In.3

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Identify differences in characteristics of plants and animals.
General Information
Number: SC.K.L.14.In.3
Category: Independent
Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Big Idea: Organization and Development of Living Organisms : 

A. All plants and animals, including humans, are alike in some ways and different in others.

B. All plants and animals, including humans, have internal parts and external structures that function to keep them alive and help them grow and reproduce.

C. Humans can better understand the natural world through careful observation.

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5020010: Science - Grade K
7720015: Access Science Grade Kindergarten

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Where Plants and Animals Live:

This site features activity ideas on comparing plants and animals in different habitats. It also includes a virtual manipulative, black line masters for activity ideas, and a family newsletter to encourage family involvement.

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Comparing Plants, Animals, and Seeds:

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Plants and Animals in Media:

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Where Plants and Animals Live:

This site features activity ideas on comparing plants and animals in different habitats. It also includes a virtual manipulative, black line masters for activity ideas, and a family newsletter to encourage family involvement.

Type: Teaching Idea