Needs of Living Things
Students identify the basic needs of plants and animals for survival (food, water, air, shelter).
Key Questions
- Explain the essential needs for a plant to grow and thrive.
- Compare the basic needs of different animals.
- Predict what would happen to an animal if one of its basic needs was not met.
Common Core State Standards
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