Science Nspired - Life Science - Classification of Life by Texas Instruments

Scientists use classification systems and tools to show how organisms are related, which can help explain the relationships that exist among all living things. In this unit, students will explore some tools of classification and learn all living things share many of the same traits.

Life Science: Classification of Life Classroom Activities	Type	Download
Simulations
The Core In this lesson, students will analyze fossil characteristics and similarities between organisms to determine relative dating of fossils. Standards Textbook		Download116
No Bones About It In this lesson, students will explore evolutionary relationships by comparing the anatomy of organisms. Standards Textbook		Download136
An Evolutionary Horse Race In this lesson, students will investigate and analyze the anatomical similarities and differences between modern and ancient organisms. Standards Textbook		Download161
Classification Challenge In this lesson, students will analyze and describe how organisms are classified according to shared characteristics. Standards Textbook		Download2,142
Needs of Living Things In this lesson, students will describe and identify the survival needs for both plants and animals. Standards Textbook		Download2,115
Photosynthesis in Plants In this lesson, students will observe the effects of certain variables on the rate of photosynthesis in a plant. Standards Textbook		Download2,122
Assessment
Classification Assessment This TI-Nspire question set (.tns) has assessment questions relating to Life Science: Classification.		Download56

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