1. Collect evidence ON YOUR OWN – QUIETLY ( 10 min) 10/19/15Page 31 Explaining Evolution – Charles Darwin LT: I will be able to explain who Charles Darwin was and his theory of Evolution by Natural Selection Evidence Collection : Modified From book 1.Read page 111 – Darwin – Descent with Modification And create a graphic organizer like the one below. Charles Darwin What was his Claim to fame? When did he do his work? When was it published? Where did he do his work? Why are his conclusions important? How did he reach his conclusions? Who was Charles Darwin?

2. 10/14/14Page 31 Explaining Evolution – Charles Darwin Evidence Collection : Modified From book 2. Watch the clip –charles Darwin add to bubblecharles Darwin 3. List as many key points from Darwin’s Theory as you can ( From first part of his book. KEY POINTS -

3. Darwin’s Theory 1.Variation – Individuals differ and some variation is inheritable 2.Overproduction – Organisms produce more offspring than can survive. 3.Competition – organisms compete for natural resources ( resources are limited) 4.Each organism has an advantage or disadvantage in struggle for existence. Best suited to live, reproduce and pass on their genes to offspring. 5.Species alive today have descended with modification from a common ancestor.

4. In groups – Discuss each part of Darwin’s Theory and how YOU think it applies to the Jellybeans. Make sure everyone speaks to each point using discussion talk stems before moving on to the next point. Be ready to share ideas in large group 10/14/14Page 31 Explaining Evolution – Charles Darwin 4. Apply each part of Darwin’s Theory to the Jelly Beans ( In groups discuss and be ready to share) Variation - this is demonstrated by the fact that… Overproduction – Competition – Advantage or disadvantage in the struggle for existence Descent with modification - ??

5. 10/14/14Page 31 Explaining Evolution – Charles Darwin Analysis – ( in groups of 2) 1.Create a COMPLETE FRAYER MODEL OF the word THEORY Read essay on page 118 to help you create your Frayer model ( Mrs. Kimble will give you colored paper. THEORY Definition Characteristics: Multiple Examples Non- examples 2. Write a paragraph describing Charles Darwin and his contributions. Use two pieces of specific evidence.

7. In your groups – Share information – Include red pen revisions. ( THESE WILL BE CHECKED)