Summary
Traits are inherited, or passed down, from parents to their babies. Scientists call the babies of animals: offspring. Let's see some examples! Watch now.
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Introduction to Traits:
- What did the video show about introduction to traits that surprised you?
- What is one question you still have after watching?
- Where have you noticed introduction to traits in the world around you?
- How could you test or observe part of this yourself?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- In one sentence, tell a neighbor what introduction to traits means.
- Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.


