Introduction
Welcome, Biologists!
In this lesson WebQuest, we will learn how to categorize and identify organisms based on their role in the food chain and food web. We will learn which organisms are considered producers and which ones are known as APEX predators. Remember to use the knowledge you gained in previous units to understand information introduced in this lesson.
Read each activity carefully as they will help you succeed. Complete all activities for credit! If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I am more than happy to help you.
Vocabulary Words: food chain, food web, producers, consumers, herbivores, omnivores, carnivores, animals, predators, prey
Objectives: Complete the three activities in the "Tasks" section. Then, complete the final assignment in the "Evaluation" section.
Good luck and have fun!
Respectfully,
Mr. Borromeo
Below are hyperlinks are provided to view the lesson's standard from NGSS:
5-LS2-1 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
LS2.A: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
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The food of almost any kind of animal can be traced back to plants. Organisms are related in food webs in which some animals eat plants for food and other animals eat the animals that eat plants. Some organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organisms (both plants or plants parts and animals) and therefore operate as “decomposers.” Decomposition eventually restores (recycles) some materials back to the soil. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their particular needs are met. A healthy ecosystem is one in which multiple species of different types are each able to meet their needs in a relatively stable web of life. Newly introduced species can damage the balance of an ecosystem.
Task
Activity 1: Warm-up Question
Click on the Google form link to answer this question. "In at least two sentences, describe what you think is the difference between a food chain and a food web?" Google form ---> https://forms.gle/q8sTV8YDeVPixVzM9
Activity 2: Video
Watch this interesting video about the difference between food webs and food chains phases. The video also explains how animals and plants within an ecosystem are all interconnected. After you're done, answer question of the next section in the Google form.
Activity 3: The Food Chain Game
In this interactive game, you will get to practice arranging plants, fungi, and animals in various food chains. Drag each organism to where you think they are placed in the food chain.
Click here to play the game! ---> https://www.sheppardsoftware.com/science/animals/games/food-chain/
Evaluation
Well done, Biologists!
You’ve completed all three required activities for this lesson.
Your final assignment is to create your own food web and/or food chain model. You are only required to make one. If you would like to make both, feel free to do so. You will only be given credit for one model. You may draw, paint, or use Google Slides to create your model. Be creative!
Handmade models will be turned in to me directly after class tomorrow. Digital models will be emailed to me after class tomorrow, as well.
Here are some examples you can use to help you with your model;
