Learning Objectives: Diversity in the Living World
By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Understand that the living world is made up of a wide variety of plants and animals.

2. Identify and classify living organisms into major groups based on visible characteristics.

3. Recognize that variations exist among individuals within a species and across species.

4. Explain the concept of biodiversity and its importance in maintaining balance in ecosystems.

5. Describe how specific adaptations help plants and animals survive in their habitats (e.g., desert, aquatic, polar).

6. Observe and compare structural and behavioral adaptations in different organisms.

7. Appreciate the interdependence of living organisms in their environment.

8. Use simple tools and methods (like observation and classification charts) to study local biodiversity.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the topic, students will be able to:

1. Identify the major groups of living organisms such as mammals, reptiles, birds, insects, and flowering/non-flowering plants.

2. Classify plants and animals based on observable features like body structure, habitat, and mode of nutrition.

3. Explain what variation means and give examples of variations within the same species (e.g., different types of dogs, leaves).

4. Describe how specific adaptations (e.g., thick fur, long roots, webbed feet) help organisms survive in different environments.

5. Compare structural and behavioral adaptations in animals and plants across various habitats.

6. Demonstrate curiosity and respect for biodiversity by observing and recording examples from their surroundings.

7. Draw or label simple diagrams showing adaptations of selected plants or animals.

8. Communicate their understanding using appropriate scientific vocabulary like “habitat,” “adaptation,” “species,” and “diversity.”