Plant and Animal Adaptations Activity Pack
For teachers who love options.
3rd–5th grade
Here's what you'll get:
→ Structures and Functions Labs in a Snap
→ Structures and Functions Slides and Notes
→ Mammal Claws Digital Inquiry
→ Adaptations Stations
→ Adaptations Digital Vocabulary
→ Structures and Functions Vocab Task Cards
→ Comparing Adaptations Observation Stations
→ Structures and Functions Test Prep Task Cards
→ Animal Adaptations Posters and Project
Build Stronger Understanding Through Practice
These activities help students work with key science concepts in a clear, hands-on way, so they can apply what they’re learning with more confidence.
Teachers love it!
Kate M.
This resource has all you need to have students interact with information about adaptations. It can be a stand alone unit and is super engaging for students. The materials needed are easy to acquire, so prep work is minimal.
Erin S.
I am so glad I purchased this product. I decided last minute to get the bundle and I was not disappointed in the least. This is full of various learning activities that my students loved... especially the observation stations. It really allowed for deeper thinking and challenged a few of them that needed it. Thanks for a comprehensive and engaging resource! It has really helped me out with my new curriculum.
Haley W.
This was another great science unit to freshen up our curriculum. I love the digital inquiries and that students can do them independently or with a partner and be engaged.
Let's make sure this is the right fit.
Who is this for?
This resource is a great fit if you want:
- 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade activities
- Flexible options for teaching plant and animal adaptations and how structures help living things survive
- A variety of activities for differentiation
- Supplements to your curriculum
- Labs, slides and notes, a digital inquiry, stations, digital vocabulary, observation stations, task cards, and posters with a project
- Simple, engaging activities without building everything from scratch
Who is this NOT for?
This resource is probably not the right fit if you’re looking for:
- Day-by-day lesson plans
- A full 5E unit
- Formal assessments or tests
- Activities for grades other than 3rd–5th
It’s designed to supplement your existing curriculum with flexible activities.
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$22.95 ADD TO CARTMaterials you'll need
The materials you need depend on which activities you choose.
Our Bodies (Labs in a Snap)
- Mirrors
Flower Structures (Labs in a Snap)
- Flowers (a small, inexpensive grocery store bouquet works well)
- Hand lenses (optional)
Bird Beaks (Labs in a Snap)
- Trays
- Pipettes or eyedroppers
- Spoons (slotted if possible)
- Tweezers
- Clothespins
- Graduated cylinders
- Blue food coloring (for the water)
- Bowls or pie pans
- Gummy fish
- Dirt, M&Ms, and raisins
Adaptations Stations (Explore It!)
- Craft foam (cut into ovals)
- Pipe cleaners
