Summary
Two segments: in "Toadal Confusion" the heroes sort out frogs from toads and notice the variety of living things; in "Hero Hideaway" they design and build a clubhouse, testing which materials work best for the job. Connects the diversity of life with choosing materials for a purpose.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
These stories compare animals and test building materials.
- What is one way a frog and a toad are different?
- Why do scientists notice the many different kinds of living things?
- Which materials make a good, sturdy hideaway, and why?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: frog, toad, compare, material, build.
Try it:
- Name two animals and tell one way they are different.
- Pick a material and say what it would be good for building.