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S5L2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information showing that some characteristics of organisms are inherited and other characteristics are acquired.

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Hey 5th graders! Today we're going to learn about traits - the characteristics that make each living thing unique. Some traits are passed down from parents (inherited), while others are learned or developed through experiences (acquired). Let's explore both types! 🧬🦋

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Watch this kid-friendly video to understand the difference between inherited and acquired traits. This will give us a great foundation for our lesson!

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Learned traits vs inherited traits explained for kids PLUS instincts, behaviors, and genes

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Inherited traits are characteristics that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes. These are traits you're born with! Examples include:
- Eye color
- Hair color
- Height potential
- Ear lobe attachment
- Dimples

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Interactive Video: See how different inherited traits are passed down through families. Can you spot which traits you share with your family members?

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Animals also inherit traits from their parents! Examples include:
- A giraffe's long neck
- A cheetah's spots
- A bird's beak shape
- A rabbit's ear length
These traits help them survive in their environment! 🦒🐆

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Acquired traits are characteristics that organisms gain during their lifetime through experiences, learning, or practice. These are NOT passed down to offspring. Examples include:
- Speaking a language
- Playing an instrument
- Riding a bike
- Getting a scar
- Building muscles through exercise

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Watch this fun video showing how animals and humans acquire new traits through learning and experience!

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Animal Traits and a Changing Environment

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Animals acquire many traits too! Examples include:
- Dogs learning tricks
- Birds building nests
- Dolphins learning to use tools
- Elephants remembering migration routes
These are all learned behaviors! 🐕🐘

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Try this fun interactive game to test your knowledge about inherited and acquired traits. Can you correctly identify which traits are inherited and which are acquired?

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Inherited and learned traits - Teaching resources

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Inherited Traits or Learned Behaviors - Inherited Traits/Learned Behavior - Inherited Traits/Instinct or Learned Behavior

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Explore this virtual lab where you can investigate different traits in various organisms. Perfect for understanding how traits are passed down or acquired!

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Try these activities in your home, at a family reunion, with a group, or at work. Each activity provides an engaging way to learn about traits or better understand disease risk. Just click on the PDF icons to download and print both English and Spanish language versions. Have fun!

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Try these activities in your home, at a family reunion, with a group, or at work. Each activity provides an engaging way to learn about traits or better understand disease risk. Just click on the PDF icons to download and print both English and Spanish language versions. Have fun!