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Caeno-WHAT??

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Can you feel that? Can you smell that? Since pupils can't ask worms about their sense of smell and touch, they design and complete an experiment to answer these questions. Individuals expose nematodes to different stimuli using their soil and observe their reactions.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils practice using microscopes before the lesson by viewing pre-made slides 
  • Ask individuals to bring in dirt from areas such as parks, wildlife, shorelines, etc.
Classroom Considerations
  • Be sure of the availability and access to tools and materials before the lesson
Pros
  • Includes a detailed teacher guide to help plan for the lesson
  • Provides background information important for the lesson
Cons
  • None