Description
Product Details
Explore the fascinating anatomy of the squid with this classroom kit. In the prelab, students discuss adaptations and unique characteristics of the squid. During the dissection, students explore the squid’s external anatomy then move internally to locate key anatomical structures. As they progress, students learn how structure relates to function and about key adaptations. Postlab assessment questions and a glossary help reinforce learning.
This kit is designed for a class of 30. It includes 15 Carolina’s Perfect Solution® double-injected (red arteries; blue veins) squid, 15 Carolina® Squid Dissection Mats, a Carolina® Squid Anatomy poster, 15 self-locking storage bags, and a comprehensive teacher’s manual with reproducible student guide. The teacher’s manual contains procedural and preparation instructions, safety information, and more. The student guide provides step-by-step dissection instructions, labeled color photographs and illustrations, a prelab, assessment questions, and a glossary.
Time Requirement
Teacher prep, 20 minutes. Prelab, 30 minutes. Dissection, 90–120 minutes (or can be divided into multiple class periods). Assessment, 45–60 minutes. Prelab and Assessment can be completed as homework. Note: Carolina’s Wetting Solution (items #220120A and #220121A) is recommended if completing dissection over multiple days.
Digital Resources
Includes 1-year access to digital resources that support 3-dimensional instruction for NGSS. Digital resources may include a teacher’s manual and student guide, prelab activities and setup videos, phenomenon videos, simulations, and postlab analysis and assessments.
Performance Expectation(s)
MS-LS1-3
HS-LS1-2
Crosscutting Concepts
Structure and Function
Disciplinary Core Ideas
LS1.A: Structure and Function
Science and Engineering Practices
Developing and Using Models
Learning Objectives
Use descriptive figures and text to properly dissect a squid.
Identify the major organs and organ systems of the squid.
Describe the functions of the organs of the squid.
Prerequisite Knowledge and Skills
Students should have experience using dissecting instruments and be familiar with general mollusk biology and morphology.