NS 4.1 (2/8) Version B

Last updated about 3 years ago

4 Nsɛmmisa

Science Seminar Question: What caused the stickleback population to have less armor and become faster?
Claim 1: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can escape predators.
Claim 2: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can catch prey.
Hypothesis: “I think claim ______ is more accurate because…”

Directions:

Carefully read and annotate each evidence card. Write connections and questions you think of as you read.
If you come across a word you don’t know, circle it. Write a short summary on each card after you read it.

NS 4.1 (2/8) Version B

Last updated about 3 years ago

4 Nsɛmmisa

Science Seminar Question: What caused the stickleback population to have less armor and become faster?
Claim 1: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can escape predators.
Claim 2: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can catch prey.
Hypothesis: “I think claim ______ is more accurate because…”

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Carefully read and annotate each evidence card. Write connections and questions you think of as you read.
If you come across a word you don’t know, circle it. Write a short summary on each card after you read it.

Sorting the Evidence

With a partner, discuss whether each piece of evidence supports or goes against Claims 1 and 2. Use the sentence starters below if you need help getting start

Argument Organizer: Sort the evidence by placing the cards underneath the claim it supports or goes against

Claim 1: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can escape predators.
Claim 2: The sticklebacks have less armor so that they can catch prey.

Carefully read and annotate each evidence card. Write connections and questions you think of as you read.

Directions:

Carefully read and annotate each evidence card. Write connections and questions you think of as you read.
If you come across a word you don’t know, circle it. Write a short summary on each card after you read it.