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Common Mollusks of the Jersey Shore
In this common mollusks of the Jersey Shore worksheet, learners are given diagrams of the two types of mollusks, bivalves and univalves. The common and scientific names are also given.
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Invertebrates
In this invertebrates worksheet, students read about the characteristics of the different groups of invertebrates. Then students complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Internet Invertebrates Scavenger Hunt
In this invertebrates scavenger hunt learning exercise, students research on the Internet 10 various types of invertebrates. They read each question first to determine what they need to look for on the Internet. Then, students respond to...
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Snails Puzzle
In this snail word search puzzle, students identify the parts of a snail and related terms. A list of 18 words is available to assist students in their search.
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Bivalve Biology
Students place clams into a beaker containing saltwater. They place a small drop of food coloring just above the shell. Students observe the movement of the food coloring. Clams are then placed into clean beakers of saltwater with 24...
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Mollusk of Interest
Student choose a mollusk that they are interested in and research it. They present their research to the class and compile all the information on mollusks in a packet. Information must include common and scientific name, family,...
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Create a Display
Students identify mollusks, create a display, research a particular species, and present their findings to the class. They collect and bring in a shell of choice from their local beach. Then, students label his or her shell with the...
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Mouthwatering Mollusks
Learners investigate various forms of aquatic life. They use four senses, touch, taste, smell, and observation to explore mollusks. Students cook and taste various types mollusks, such as mussels, scallops, and squid.
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She Sells Sea Shells in Illinois??
Second graders sorted shells first by methods they thought appropriate and then were instructed on the scientific method of classification by univalve and bivalve. Students then sorted paper shells as a method of assessing knowledge. It...
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Shells
Sixth graders label diagrams of the 6 different classes of mollusks and explain the meaning of the labeled terms. They identify 8 common New Haven shells. They organize their own shell collection during this series of lessons.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Squid a Mollusk
Students are asked to explain the characteristics that place a mollusk is in the phylum mollusca.
Other
Zebra Mussel Page: Zebra Mussel Slide Show
Click through the whole slide show to find basic information on zebra mussels, how they live, the problems they can cause, and possible solutions.
Other
Life on Australian Seashores: Molluscs
Provides a very basic look at the anatomy of a mollusk including the proposed anatomy of what the mollusc ancestor probably looked like. Hyperlinks to individual animals in the mollusk group.
Other
Mollusca
A general description of mollusca and some discussion of those found in the waters of Great Britain.
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Discover Freshwater Mussels: America's Hidden Treasure
This resource explains the critical role that mussels play in the United States.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Mollusca (Mollusks)
A great, detailed description of mollusks. Discusses parts of their external and internal anatomy and their functions, and lists several characteristics of mollusks. Tabbed pages include pictures, specimens and classification.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Mollusks
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses characteristics of mollusks.
Other
Conchologists of America, Inc.
Everything you ever needed to know about mollusks is found in this thorough site. The site also provides information on collecting conch shells, or shells of mollusks. It is a worldwide hobby.
Texas A&M University
Peer Curricula: Story Time: Thomas H. Huxley
A biography of the remarkable life of Thomas Huxley, who began his life in abject poverty, but through self-education and dedication, became a star in world science.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Mollusks
Thorough reference tool explores the mollusk with a description, pictures, and maps. Includes facts on ecology, history, behavior, evolution, conservation, and external links. The mollusk image is no longer available.
Virginia Tech
Virginia Polytechnic Institute: Greenhouse Dinosaur Extinction Theory
This comprehensive page discusses the Asteroid Impact vs. Volcano-Greenhouse dinosaur extinction debate. It was written by paleontologist, professor, and scientist Dr. Dewey McLean.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Mollusc Form and Function
Links to a virtual laboratory that provides information and images regarding mollusc form and function.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: Ocean Animals: Mollusks
The Missouri Botanical Garden describes the characteristics and natural history of mollusks in text and color photography.
National Institute of Educational Technologies and Teacher Training (Spain)
Ministerio De Educacion: La Clasificacion De Los Organismo
This unit will describe the five kingdoms and their main characteristics. It includes 20 interactive activities.