Lesson Plan

Icefish Adaptations

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What adaptations exist in order for icefish to survive the subfreezing temperatures of the Antarctic Ocean? Middle and high schoolers can find out through watching a related 13-minute video and performing a simple investigation to simulate a unique property of icefish blood. The activity wraps up with learners answering several analysis questions regarding the activity, icefish, and adaptations in general.

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CCSS: Designed
Pros
  • The lesson is very well designed, easy for both pupils and teachers to follow
  • Meets several Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core literacy standards
  • Can be used with other fabulous resources by the same publisher
Cons
  • None