Eye to Eye How Animals See the World

Description: During this lesson, children will examine, read about, and watch animal eyes in action as they learn more about the designs and functions of different eyes. They will create a model of an animal’s eye and present what they know about it to their friends, family, or class.

Learning objectives

I can…

• Describe different designs of animals’ eyes.

• Describe different functions of animals’ eyes.

• Create a realistic model of an animal’s eye.

• Teach someone else about a unique animal eye.

Outline

• Build Interest: 1 photo discussion activity

• Read: 1 book and additional book & online options

• Draw: 1 realistic eye drawing activity and response

• Watch: selection of 5 video options (3:00-9:00 min/each)

• Model: 1 realistic eye model project

• Present: 1 preparation and presentation activity

• Debrief/Assess: 1 set of questions

• Glossary: 1 set of terms

• Suggested Extension Activities: 2+ activities

Time needed: 2 - 4 hours

Grade levels: 3rd - 6th

Subject: Science

Next Generation Science Standards:

SCI

3-LS4-2. Use evidence to construct an explanation for how the variations in characteristics among individuals of the same

species may provide advantages in surviving, finding mates, and reproducing.

4-LS1-1. Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support

survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction.