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.

This product contains 3 very engaging activities to teach biodiversity and keystone species. The activities are carefully designed with elements of active learning and hands-on learning. Both pdf and easel versions are available to give you options. In activity 1: DEFINE IT/ILLUSTRATE IT: Students define biodiversity, it’s three types ( that is genetic, species, ecosystem diversities). They then illustrate it by coloring to show these types. ( easel version + answer key included) In activity 2: KEYSTONE SPECIES: Students read an intro passage about key stone species. They then play a DICE ACTIVITY to explore key stone species in the Serengeti. And complete a worksheet related to the activity. (easel version+ answer key included) In activity 3 : HHMI Biointeactive: This is an extension activity to explore real world examples of keystone species in various habitats around the world. Links and QR codes and accompanying worksheet is included. This activity has its easel version too. ( please check out the preview to see sample work) My goal is to provide you and your kids so much options that both teaching and learning become easy for you. Also, the activities are sure to catch students interest because of their meaningful nature and active style learning. I believe this will be a great addition to your tool box. Have a great class.