Change Topics Unit Part 1 and 2 : Evolution Topics Digital Download

"Interactive Evolution and Natural Selection Unit: Lessons, Labs, and Activities"

This 2-part unit includes 16 lessons (50 minutes each) and 40 pages of printable work bundles designed to engage students with interactive and hands-on learning about evolution and natural selection. Perfect for middle and high school science educators, the unit offers detailed slideshows, creative projects, and built-in assessments, all editable for flexibility and compatibility with Google Classroom.

Key Features:

• Interactive Work Bundles: Students fill in notes, conduct labs, interpret graphs, and complete activities like the Teddy Graham Lab, Bird Beak Lab, and Peppered Moth Lab.

• Built-In Quizzes and Games: Each part includes a 20-question quiz game, review games, and crossword puzzles for fun and interactive assessment.

• Editable Resources: Everything is provided in an editable format, including answer keys, materials lists, and video links.

Areas of Focus:

• Core Evolution Concepts:

• Definition of evolution, gene pools, natural selection, and adaptations.

• Early evolution theories from Lamarck, Darwin, and Wallace.

• Evidence of evolution: fossils, DNA, vestigial structures, and geographic species distribution.

• Natural Selection Labs:

• Teddy Graham Predator-Prey Lab: Simulates natural selection through hands-on gameplay.

• Peppered Moth Lab: Demonstrates camouflage and adaptation with a newspaper activity.

• Bird Beak Lab: Explores how beak types provide competitive advantages in different environments.

• Creative and Critical Thinking Activities:

• Storybook Project: Students write a children's story about evolution and natural selection.

• Galapagos Islands Case Study: Explores Darwin’s finches and adaptive radiation.

• Hypotheticus Beast Activity: Investigates species adaptation through storytelling.

Why Educators Love This Unit:

• Comprehensive and Engaging: Combines theoretical learning with hands-on experiments and creative projects.

• Aligned with Standards: Covers essential topics in evolution, natural selection, and adaptation.

• Flexible for Classroom Use: Editable slides and work bundles make it easy to customize for your students.

This Evolution and Natural Selection Unit is packed with engaging activities and detailed resources to help students understand the fundamental principles of evolution. Whether used independently or as part of a larger curriculum, it’s a must-have for science educators.