Lesson Overview
Students will use materials to design a solution to a human problem by mimicking how carnivorous plants use their external parts to help them survive, grow, and meet their needs
Essential Question
How do carnivorous plants use their external parts to trap and digest prey, and how can we mimic these features to solve human problems?
What human problems can be addressed by designing solutions inspired by the adaptations of carnivorous plants?
How can we apply the concept of biomimicry to create innovative solutions by studying the external parts of carnivorous plants?
What are some specific external parts of carnivorous plants that aid in their survival, growth, and meeting their needs, and how can we replicate these in our designs?
How does understanding the functions of external parts in carnivorous plants help us design effective solutions to human challenges?
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Pictures or videos of different carnivorous plants (e.g., Venus flytrap, pitcher plant, sundew)- knowitall videos on carnivorous plants
• Craft materials (e.g., paper, cardboard, glue, scissors, pipe cleaners, colored markers)
• Small plastic insects or flies (optional)
• Containers for holding water (e.g., small cups, bowls)
• Various small objects or materials for experimentation (e.g., cotton balls, feathers, small pieces of paper)
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