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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Centipede or Millipede?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students discuss millipedes and centipedes in terms of their classification as arthropod. Using a diagram, students categorize and compare and contrast the characteristics of millipedes and centipedes based on their discussion of...
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Activity
University of Michigan

Bio Kids: Critter Catalog: Centipedes

For Students 3rd - 8th
This page answers common questions that students might ask about centipedes, including classification information. It also has photographs of them, a labelled diagram of their body parts, and links to more in-depth information.
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Handout
University of California

Ucmp: Introduction to Myriapoda

For Students 9th - 10th
General information on the arthropods classified as myriapoda, the centipedes and millipedes.
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Handout
University of California

Ucmp: Uniramia

For Students 9th - 10th
General information on the evolution of the myriapodes (centipedes and millipedes) and a look at the fossil record.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Millipede

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia offers information on millipedes, including a scientific classification chart and several images.
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Handout
Earth Life

Earth Life: Chilipod

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on the diverse types of centipedes that exist in different habitats.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Centipede (Chilopoda)

For Students 9th - 10th
View photos and explore facts about Centipedes, including appearance, habitat, predatory lifestyle, and breeding.
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Handout
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Millipedes, Centipedes and Sowbugs

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of the physical characteristics of millipedes, centipedes, and sowbugs, as well as their habits.
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Handout
Other

Pest Products: Centipedes and Humans

For Students 9th - 10th
General information from Pest Products on the possible dangerous effect centipedes may have on humans.