ECOLOGICAL SUCCESIONS ( PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SUCCESSION)

Are you looking for an engaging hands-on activity to teach about ecological succession? This product might offer the help. It is a 2 part activity that is sure to keep students physically and mentally engaged throughout the lesson.

In part 1: SCENARIOS:

Students read two scenarios( each representing primary or secondary succession) and choose one to work on. They then cut and paste and color a series of pictures showing the progression of the succession over time. They also explain what happens at each stage and give examples of organisms that will likely be found on each stage. There is an easel version to this activity. To give the teacher more options.

In part 2: PRIMARY vs SECONDARY SUCCESSION:

Students complete a match the term to the definition activity. Students match terms such as climax species, pioneer species and others to the correct definitions.

Next, they compare and contrast primary and secondary succession in a Venn diagram style.

And Lastly, they discuss different events that might trigger primary or secondary successions.

There is an easel version to this activity too.

BONUS (FREE SUCCESSION CARDS):

I have included 8 events cards as a bonus for purchasing this product. I also share some ideas on how to use them in class. Print, cut and laminate them for repeated use.

All worksheets have answer keys including the bonus cards.

I truly believe your students will enjoy studying with these activities. They encourage collaboration and sharing which are essential for mastery. If you find this product helpful, please consider following my shop for freebies, product updates and future uploads. Thank you and have an amazing class.