The following Benchmarks and Standards are addressed within the Animals Section of this site:
Science/Strand III/Content Standard 2/Elementary
Benchmark 1
Explain characteristics and functions of observable body parts in a variety of animals. |
Benchmark 2
Compare and contrast (K-2) or classify (3-5) familiar organisms on the basis of observable physical characteristics. |
Benchmark 3
Describe life cycles of familiar organisms. |
Benchmark 4
Compare and contrast food, energy, and environmental needs of selected organisms. |
Science/Strand III/Content Standard 4/Elementary
Benchmark 2
Explain how physical and behavioral characteristics of organisms help them to survive in their environments. |
Science/Strand III/Content Standard 5/Elementary
Benchmark 1
Identify familiar organisms as part of a food chain or food web and describe their feeding relationships within the web. |
Benchmark 2
Describe the basic requirements for all living things to maintain their existence. |
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