1. Life Cycles – Compare and Contrast 3LS1-1 prepack Hello boys and girls, Before coming out to the Discovery Zone why not introduce yourself to some of the cool words we will be using.

2. Mrs. Ferrell was ready for another school-year cycle. cycle –a period of time or complete set of events that repeat 3LS2-1 prepack I wonder how many school-year cycles she taught? School-Year Cycle Mrs. Ferrell completed 36 school-year cycles!

3. The bald eagle gave birth to her chicks in Alaska. birth – the act of bringing into life 3LS1-1 prepack Bald eagle babies come from the eggs their mother lays. Do all living things give birth this way?

4. The peach tree showed a lot of growth during the warmer months. growth – the process of increasing in size or development 3LS1-1 prepack The puppy was in a growth stage after he left his mama.

5. The pumpkin plant reproduced another plant with its seed. reproduction – the process that produces babies, young animals, or new plants 3LS1-1 prepack All living things must reproduce to keep their species alive!

6. The tiny organism couldn’t be seen without a microscope. organism – any living thing, plant or animal 3LS1-1 prepack Can you think of 2 different organisms in your classroom?

7. Hunting has made the black rhino an endangered species. species – a group of animals, plants or other living things that all share common characteristics and can reproduce offspring. 3LS1-1 prepack What could we do to save the Black Rhino?

8. Life Cycles – Compare and Contrast 3LS1-1 prepack Remember these things when you Come out to the Discovery Zone. We’ll see you soon!