Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to compare and contrast the physical abilities of whippets and humans from a biological perspective.

Materials and Prep

• Internet access for research
• Pen and paper for note-taking

Activities

1. Research: Use the internet to gather information about whippets and humans. Focus on their physical characteristics, such as speed, endurance, and agility.

2. Comparison Chart: Create a chart or table comparing the physical abilities of whippets and humans. Include categories like speed, endurance, agility, and any other relevant factors you discover during your research.

3. Discussion: Reflect on the information you gathered and the comparison chart you created. Discuss the similarities and differences between whippets and humans in terms of their physical abilities.

4. Conclusion: Write a short paragraph summarizing your findings and conclusions from the research and discussion.

Australia: Year 7 Talking Points

• "In Australia: Year 7, we learn about the diversity of living organisms and how they are adapted to their environments. Today, we will focus on comparing the physical abilities of whippets and humans."

• "Whippets are a breed of dog known for their incredible speed and agility. Humans, on the other hand, have their own unique physical abilities."

• "We will conduct research to gather information about whippets and humans, and then create a comparison chart to analyze their physical characteristics."

• "Through this activity, we will deepen our understanding of the diverse adaptations found in different organisms, including how they relate to their survival and function."

• "By the end of the lesson, we will be able to identify and discuss the similarities and differences between whippets and humans in terms of their physical abilities."