Plant and Animal Adaptations Fun
Discovering How Living Things Survive Grade 3 Science Adventure
What is an Organism?
An organism is any living thing Plants are organisms Animals are organisms You are an organism too!
Think About This!
How do you think a polar bear stays warm in the cold Arctic? What helps a cactus live in the hot desert?
What Are Adaptations?
Adaptations are special features that help organisms survive They help living things get food, water, and shelter Adaptations help organisms stay safe from danger All organisms have adaptations!
Two Types of Adaptations
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Adaptation Detective Game
Look at each animal picture Identify one physical adaptation Guess how it helps the animal survive Share your discoveries with a partner!
Amazing Animal Behaviors
Hibernate: Some animals sleep through winter when food is scarce Migrate: Some animals travel to warmer places or find food These behaviors help animals survive difficult times
Plant Adaptations Around the World
How Organisms Interact
Organisms interact with each other every day Some help each other survive Some compete for the same resources These interactions shape how adaptations develop
Remember This!
Every organism has special adaptations that help it survive in its environment. These adaptations make each living thing perfectly suited for where it lives!