Organisms have different structures that serve different functions in growth, survival, and reproduction. Animals can be grouped as vertebrates or invertebrates. Some organisms depend on material from dead plants and animals for food. Organisms interact with one another in various ways besides providing food. Change in an organism's environment are sometimes beneficial and sometimes harmful.
All organisms require some source of energy to maintain life and growth.
In the process, the student demonstrates awareness of audience and purpose, command of standard language, and knowledge of the writing process. The student, with teacher guidance, writes and formats information for short publications, such as brochures or posters. The student gathers information to assist in completing project work. This unit will be implemented over a 2 or 3 week period. The amount of time it will take depends on the availability of resources and computers in your classroom or school.