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Cladistics is one of the newest trends in the modern classification of organisms. It shows the relationship between different organisms based on the presence or absence of characteristics called derived characters. In this activity, students will look at pictures of 7 different animals to determine if they possess certain derived characters. This data will then be used to build a cladogram.
Your download will include handouts that are ready to be copied and passed out to your students. The handouts will contain Introduction, Purpose, Materials, Procedure, Data Table, and Follow-Up Questions.
This product is also sold in a large, bundled unit containing 13 products: Bundled Classification Unit
This product comes with a student-friendly explanation of cladistics and definitions of key terms related to cladistics. Pictures of 7 different organisms are also included. The 4 page student worksheet leads them through the process of making observations, completing a data table, and using this data to complete the cladogram. There are 19 follow up questions, and complete answer key for the teacher.
Not only does this activity teach cladistics, but it reinforces the skills of observation, problem solving, analysis, and critical thinking.
This activity was written for my high school Biology I class, but is also appropriate for middle school students. You will receive both a pdf file and a Word document so that you can make changes to it to suit your needs.
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Your download will include handouts that are ready to be copied and passed out to your students. The handouts will contain Introduction, Purpose, Materials, Procedure, Data Table, and Follow-Up Questions.
This product is also sold in a large, bundled unit containing 13 products: Bundled Classification Unit
This product comes with a student-friendly explanation of cladistics and definitions of key terms related to cladistics. Pictures of 7 different organisms are also included. The 4 page student worksheet leads them through the process of making observations, completing a data table, and using this data to complete the cladogram. There are 19 follow up questions, and complete answer key for the teacher.
Not only does this activity teach cladistics, but it reinforces the skills of observation, problem solving, analysis, and critical thinking.
This activity was written for my high school Biology I class, but is also appropriate for middle school students. You will receive both a pdf file and a Word document so that you can make changes to it to suit your needs.
You might also be interested in the following:
Classification and Taxonomy: A complete unit plan of 13 separate products
Classification of Living Organisms Powerpoint and Notes for Teacher and Student
Classification Using a Dichotomous Key
Test: Classification and Diversity of Life
Lab: The Use of Dichotomous Keys in Classification
Dichotomous Classification Key to a "Crazy" Animal Kingdom
Learning to Use and Construct a Dichotomous Classification Key
Classification Crossword Puzzle
Classification (Taxonomy) Homework or Study guide
Classification and Taxonomy Jeopardy Review Game
Classification and Taxonomy Quiz
Earth's History and the Origin of Life on Earth PowerPoint with Notes for Student and Teacher
Free Dichotomous Classification Key to Holiday Giving and Community Service
Amy Brown - Science Stuff
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eselig2713
Excellent Product, my students really enjoyed it. Thank you!
May 17, 2013 
trisha0429
Worked Great!
May 17, 2013
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I really like the way this activity is laid out. Thanks for another great product!
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krisaharrell
My students have been so confused in the past -hoping this clears up cladograms some for them:)
November 15, 2012
Science Stuff (TpT Seller)
My kids love this activity......I hope yours do too! Thanks for the feedback!
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Amy
November 15, 2012
Science Rules (TpT Seller)
Wonderful! I am so glad I got this product! Although I have used cladograms, I have never taught students how to make one -- you solved this in a very usable product--can't wait to try it out! Thank you for another high quality product!
May 9, 2012
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