Concepts of Classification
kit #50
This lab activity provides a controlled environment for exploring a rather complex concept: the classification of things different and similar at the same time.
Students learn that 20 different objects can be assigned to different groups based on color, shape, size, type of edge, structure and number of sides. With these materials, they are able to grasp the general concept of characteristics and order.
Students can comprehend the importance of these characteristics in the identification process.
Students label traits, define objects by their traits, determine grouping characteristics and relate this knowledge directly to animal and plant taxonomy and classification. The experience gained from this Lab-Aid clarifies for your students the idea of order among the many types of plants, animals and minerals, which helps to identify or classify them for reference.
It also illustrates the importance of accurate observations and descriptions. Materials in this kit are reusable.
- Discover that characteristics can be used to define objects
- Learn that there are various kinds and types of characteristics
- Recognize organisms or minerals by their traits
- Develop the idea of order among plants, animals and minerals
- Illustrate the importance of accurate observations and descriptions
Content List in Concepts of Classification is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 12 | sets of 12 blue figures |
| 12 | blue 18-cm rulers |
| 12 | sets of 12 pink figures |
| 12 | pink 18-cm rulers |
| 28 | Student Worksheet and Guides |
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide |
- Number os students
- 24
- Number of groups
- Maximum 12 groups per period
To complete this kit requires one ~50-minute class period.
