Instructional Video

Cuttlefish: Tentacles In Disguise

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Cuttlefish are actually not fish — they are relatives of the octopus, squid, and nautilus! Scholars explore this concept and more as they observe cuttlefish and their ability to change their coloring through chromatophores. Viewers take a look at their coloring, behavior, and growth. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners compare/contrast cuttlefish with squid
Classroom Considerations
  • Video ends at 4:00 and the rest is sponsorship and advertising
  • Concepts are simple and may be most appropriate for upper elementary and/or middle school learners 
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Video is quite short and fits easily into any lesson
  • Contains high-quality images, which holds students' attention
Cons
  • None
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