Curated OER
Build-A-Horseshoe Crab
Students discover many facts about horseshoe crabs. Students identify the main body parts of horseshoe crab. They explore the habits of the horseshoe crab and their importances to the ecosystem. Adaptations for younger students are...
Curated OER
Invertebrates
In this invertebrates worksheet, students read about the characteristics of the different groups of invertebrates. Then students complete 10 multiple choice questions.
Curated OER
Diversity of Arthropods
In this arthropods worksheet, students will review the characteristics of the different types of arthropods including spiders, ticks, crustaceans, millipedes, and insects. Students will also understand the difference between complete and...
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Beachnet: Horseshoe Crabs, the Ancient Mariners
Interesting facts and figures about horseshoe crabs, including information about mating, reproduction, pictures, and a link to the University of Delaware's page on Horseshoe Crabs.
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Read Works: Blue Bloods of the Sea
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about horseshoe crabs. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.