{"product_id":"teb-r14","title":"Animal Evolution Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake learners on a journey through time with the Animal Evolution Set - a fascinating collection of preserved specimens that reveal how animals have adapted, transformed and survived across different environments. Each piece is embedded in clear, durable resin, allowing close-up observation of unique body structures, features and patterns that highlight evolutionary change. Whether learners are exploring similarities between species or identifying special adaptations that help animals thrive, this set turns complex scientific ideas into engaging, hands-on learning experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this product is beneficial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps learners understand the concept of adaptation by examining real-life specimens showing structural differences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages observation and comparison skills as learners explore how animals have evolved for movement, feeding or defence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds scientific vocabulary by prompting discussions about traits, features and survival strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports early classification skills by grouping animals based on shared characteristics or evolutionary similarities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; play activity ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up an “evolution exploration table” where learners examine each specimen and record unique adaptations they notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a matching activity where learners pair animals with the environments that best suit their adaptations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite learners to sketch one specimen and label the structural features that help it survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart a storytelling activity where learners imagine travelling back in time to see how an animal's ancestors might have looked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable age: 3+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Real animal specimens embedded in high-clarity resin. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat's included: 12 Specimens encased in Resin\u003cbr\u003e1. Turtle\u003cbr\u003e2. Leech\u003cbr\u003e3. Tiger Barb\u003cbr\u003e4. Frog\u003cbr\u003e5. Paramecium\u003cbr\u003e6. Sea Anemone\u003cbr\u003e7. Cuttlefish\u003cbr\u003e8. Scorpion\u003cbr\u003e9. White Mouse\u003cbr\u003e10.Tapeworm\u003cbr\u003e11. Roundworm\u003cbr\u003e12. Bird\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens: 1-8 size: 7.3 × 4.1 × 2.4 cm\u003cbr\u003eSpecimens: 9 \u0026amp; 12 size: 11 × 4.3 × 2.8 cm\u003cbr\u003eSpecimens: 10 \u0026amp; 11 size: 7.5 × 7.5 × 2.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety information: Made from non-poisonous, odour-free resin. Smooth edges for safe handling during exploration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSome modern animals still carry “ancient” traits - crocodiles have remained almost unchanged for over 200 million years!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43250593103985,"sku":"TEB-R14","price":314.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/7633\/6753\/files\/teb-r14_animal-evolution-set_v1_3.webp?v=1779148649","url":"https:\/\/teaching.co.nz\/products\/teb-r14","provider":"Modern Teaching Aids NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}