Title
Alfalfa Butterfly/Caterpillar Lifecycle Investigation

Grade Level
9-12

Protocol
Arthropods

Abstract
This activity involves the utilization of Alfalfa plants to create a mini ecosystem to conduct investigations on the Alfalfa Caterpillar and its
lifecycle.

Author
Robert Mattisinko
Chaparral High School

AZ Standards

Science Essentials

• 1SC-E1 Identify a question, formulate a hypothesis, control and manipulate variables, devise experiments, predict outcomes, compare and analyze results, and defend conclusions
• 1SC-E3 Organize and present data gathered from their own experiences, using appropriate mathematical concepts, analyses and graphical representations
• 1SC-E4 Identify and refine questions from previous investigations

Science Proficiency

• 1SC-P1 Propose solutions to practical and theoretical problems by synthesizing and evaluating information gained from scientific investigations
• 1SC-P4 Create and defend a written plan of action for scientific investigation
• 1SC-P6 Identify and refine a researchable question, conduct the experiment, collect and analyze data, share and discuss findings

Science Distinction

• 1SC-D1 Design and complete an advanced scientific investigation, either individually or as part of a group, and formally report results to peers, teachers and others

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