Phenomenon
Parents and offspring have behavior patterns that help offspring to survive.
Science and Engineering Practices
Analyzing and Interpreting Data
The crew analyzes and interprets data gathered from their observations of the baby bird and baby fox, identifying behaviors and responses related to parental care.
Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
Based on their observations, the crew constructs explanations about the importance of parental care for the well-being and survival of offspring across different species.
Crosscutting Concepts
Patterns
The crew observes patterns of behavior and responses among different young life forms and their parents, noting similarities in the needs and care provided by parents across species.
Disciplinary Core Ideas
LS1.B: Growth and Development of Organisms
The mission explores the growth and development of organisms by examining the role of parental care in ensuring the survival and well-being of offspring.
LS1.D: Information Processing
The mission highlights how different species, including birds and mammals process information and respond to their offspring's needs, demonstrating the importance of communication and parental behaviors.