Imagine you're in Alaska, surrounded by white snow, snow, and more snow. Which animal do you think would survive longer in the wild, a white rabbit or a black one? If you guessed the white one, you're right! As scientists, our job is
to ask why. Why does the white rabbit live longer? Because he has adapted to his environment. That means that he has inherited a trait that makes it easier for him to live longer in the place that he lives. With his white hair, it is easier to hide from predators who might want to eat him. Every living thing adapts to its environment somehow, even humans! Just think of some other ways that organisms have adapted to their environments:* Zebras' eyes are on the sides of their heads, to make it easier to watch for predators.
* Cacti have spines to protect them from animals biting them open and drinking all their water.
* Chipmunks and bears sleep all winter so that they don't suffer from winter food shortages.
* Giraffes have long necks so they can reach leaves higher up on trees.
Good pictures used. I like the white rabbits high-fiving each other. The description of how the rabbits survive, and then transition into how other animals is well done. Good use of different colors for the different parts in the post. Pleasing to the eye.
ReplyDeleteI think this post is very unique. I like that you chose animals and how they have adapted to their environment. I think this would be appealing to children. Good job!
ReplyDeleteI like this post a lot and think that since you give a lot of different animal examples and how they each have adapted, children will be more aware of other things and how they adapt. Great work!
ReplyDeleteI like the way this is presented. I think that students will be excited to learn about this concept in the direction you took it. I really like how you constantly asked and answered questions. I think it will keep the kids engaged and continue to be curious and ask questions as well.
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