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Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support

survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction.

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Examples of structures could include thorns, stems, roots, colored petals, heart, stomach, lung, brain, shells, fur or skin.

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7. Engaging in argument from evidence: Engaging in argument from evidence in 3-5 builds on K-2 experiences

and progresses to critiquing the scientific explanations or solutions proposed by peers by citing relevant evidence about the natural and designed world(s).

• Construct and for support an argument with evidence, data, and/or a mode

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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

Plants and animals have both internal and external structures that serve various functions in growth, survival, behavior, and reproduction. (UE.LS1A.a)

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SYSTEMS AND SYSTEM MODELS

A system can be described in terms of its components and their interactions.