8th grade Finch lab- natural selection in Galapagos finches

This lesson plan for grade 8 students focuses on understanding the principles of natural selection by exploring how Galapagos finches have adapted their beaks for survival. Through a hands-on lab simulation, students will experiment with different beak shapes and food sources, gaining insight into evolutionary principles and adaptive traits.

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Grade Level: Grade 8

Language: English

Hours per Lesson: 1.0

Lessons: 1

By kryan

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Lesson 1: Exploring Evolution: The Beak Adaptation of Galapagos Finches

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This lesson introduces students to the concept of natural selection through a hands-on lab simulation activity. By acting as finches with different beak shapes, students will explore how finches with various beak adaptations have evolved in the Galapagos Islands to meet their survival needs. The lesson aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of evolution and adaptation by simulating environmental conditions that influence survival based on beak types.

Exploring Evolution: The Beak Adaptation of Galapagos Finches

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Lesson Plan Info

1 Lesson, 1.0 hours total

Created 3/3/2025

Updated 3/3/2025