Science Ecosystems & Habitats Conceptual 8–9 yrs

Animal Groups & Survival

动物群体与生存

Description

Construct an argument that some animals form groups that help members survive, such as herds, packs, or colonies

Mastery Evidence
  • Give at least two examples of animals that live in groups (e.g. wolves, ants, fish schools)
  • Explain how group living provides survival advantages (protection, finding food, raising young)
  • Construct a simple argument with evidence for why a specific animal benefits from group behaviour
Assessment Prompt

Can your child explain why wolves hunt in packs or why fish swim in schools, and how being in a group helps them survive?