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Using the State Curriculum: Science, Grade 8

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Standard 3.0 Life Science

Topic D. Evolution

Indicator 1. Recognize and describe that evolutionary change in species over time occurs as a result of natural variation in organisms and environmental changes.

Objective e. Recognize that evolution accounts for the diversity of species.

Activity

Have the students complete the web activity “All in the Family,” available at http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/evolution/change/family/.

Discussion Questions:

  1. Why are physical features such as size or shape misleading when it comes to evolution?
  2. Explain the statement, “All living things are related to each other like the branches on one big ‘tree of life.’”
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Resources for Objective 3.D.1.e:
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