Believe it or not, birds are dinosaurs! Scholars view evidence that connects birds to dinosaurs in a video lesson. The narrator outlines factors that prove birds are descendants of dinosaurs.

Concepts

evolution, genetic traits, inherited traits

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a family tree for dinosaurs
• Use snapshots from the video to create a guided notes document

Classroom Considerations

• Knowledge of bone structure is helpful

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Uses fossil evidence to support claims
• Interviews experts on the topic

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7