Inherited Traits - Lesson for Grade 1, Chapter - Animals
In the "Inherited Traits" lesson from our Science unit on Animals, first-grade students will embark on an exciting journey to explore the fascinating world of inherited traits among animals, particularly focusing on big cats and their cubs. Through engaging activities like the Big Cats and Their Cubs Worksheet, students will learn how traits are passed down from parents to offspring, understanding the concept of heredity in a fun and interactive way. The Matching Family Members Worksheet will further enhance their comprehension by allowing them to visually connect animal family members based on shared inherited traits.
Additionally, the Siblings Quiz Worksheet will challenge students to identify similarities and differences among siblings, reinforcing the idea that while many traits are inherited, variation exists within families. This lesson is crucial for young learners as it lays the foundational knowledge of genetics in a simple, relatable manner. Understanding inherited traits not only sparks curiosity about the natural world but also fosters a deeper appreciation for biodiversity. Equipped with this knowledge, students will begin to see the connections between themselves and the animal kingdom, promoting empathy and a lifelong interest in biological sciences.
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Activity 1 / Big Cats and Their Cubs Worksheet
As the expression goes, “the apple usually doesn’t fall far from the tree”, meaning that kids are usually a lot like their parents! The same goes for big cats and their cubs, with their offspring bearing much of the same resemblance as adults. Introduce your little scientists to an early lesson in genetics by offering up this cute printable worksheet from Kids Academy! Take a close look at each big cat, and an even closer look at their adorable cubs. Circle the correct cub to complete!
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Activity 2 / Matching Family Members Worksheet
While not always the case, most of the time family members look a lot like each other thanks to genetics. Begin teaching this concept to your child by reviewing this interesting science worksheet that tasks kids with matching similar folks together. Help your child examine each person on the page, looking carefully for similar facial and bodily features. Then circle all those that can possibly be from the same family.
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Activity 3 / Siblings Quiz Worksheet
Your kids might know the word sibling to mean their sisters and brothers, without realizing what exactly it means to be a sibling. Siblings are people who share the same parents, and as a result, they share quite a bit of genes! This can mean that many siblings share similar features and attributes, while also having differences, too. Help your future scientist to master this early biology concept by completing this fascinating worksheet that tasks kids with finding all the similarities the two siblings on the page share with each other!
