Animal Diversity: Classifying Creatures
Exploring the variety of animals and simple ways to group them based on observable characteristics.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between mammals, birds, fish, and insects based on their features.
- Justify why a bat is classified as a mammal and not a bird.
- Construct a simple classification system for animals found in a local park.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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