Teach invasive species clearly: compare native vs invasive, analyze ecosystem effects, and evaluate control strategies through mini case studies and a graded inquiry task. Editable Google Slides/Docs + PowerPoint/Word and a quick exit ticket included.

✅ Comprehensive Lesson Package – Covers invasive vs. native species, effects on ecosystems, and real-world case studies

✅ Includes Inquiry Project & Rubric – Students research, analyze, and present invasive species solutions

✅ Google & Office Compatible – Editable versions with embedded videos, student handout, and exit ticket

✅ Ready to Teach, No Prep Needed – Digital or printable formats ideal for class, distance learning, or sub plans

In Order, the Lesson Covers:

• Invasive vs. Native Species
• The Effect of an Invasive Species on an Ecosystem
• The Small Asian Mongoose Case Study
• Controlling Invasive Species
• 5 Extreme Invasive Species

Included in the Lesson Package is:

• Office and Google versions of each resource
• The teacher version of the presentation
• The student version of the presentation
• An Inquiry Project on Invasive Species with marking rubric
• FOUR videos embedded into the presentation
• Student lesson handout
• 4-question Exit Ticket

Google Classroom and Exit Ticket

• This resource is perfect for in-class or distance learning and integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom. Included is a link that with one click, will automatically create a copy of the resources and put them directly into your Google Drive.
• Purchase --> Open --> Click --> Assign to your students
• On the last Google Slide is a link to a four-question Exit Ticket that you can give as homework or to conclude your lesson in class.
• This lesson includes both Google and Office versions for ALL resources. The presentation is in Google Slides and PowerPoint while all documents contain Word and Google Doc versions.

Having both options allows you to use either without worrying about formatting issues as all the work has already been done for you. It also allows you, as well as your students, to access everything no matter where you are or what kind of equipment is being used.

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You might also be interested in the following activities as they relate directly to invasive species and biodiversity:

• Invasive Species - Device-Based Scavenger Hunt Activity - Let the Hunt begin!

• Invasive Species - Scientific Reading Comprehension Article – Grades 5-7

• Invasive Species - A Science Reading Comprehension - Grades 8 and Above

• Biodiversity and Invasive Species - 7 Engaging Lab Station Activities

Digital and Distance Learning:

This lesson is fully digital which makes it perfect for the classroom, distance learning, or as a sub-plan if needed. With a single click, the entire package will be imported into your Google Drive and will be ready to assign to your students or present in class. You can also place a copy of the resources directly into student Google Drive accounts for easy access.

Included in your package is an Exit Ticket which can be directly accessed from the last Google Slide. Additionally, your purchase will create a copy of the Google Form Exit Ticket which you can edit to meet your class needs.

Student Version:

The student version of the lesson contains multiple blanks that need to be filled in throughout. These blanks are conveniently underlined and bolded on the teacher copy. I have found this to be the most effective means of keeping my students engaged and active without having them write everything out. This also leaves more time for discussion and activities.

**Please note that the ENTIRE UNIT can be purchased for a steep discount by clicking here!

***********This activity can also be found bundled at a significant discount in my Invasive Species - Complete 5E Lesson Bundle. If you'd like to take a look, please CLICK HERE.

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The Individual Ecology Lessons can be Found Below:

Lesson 1 - The Spheres of the Earth

Lesson 2 - Ecosystems

Lesson 3 - Energy Flow In Ecosystems

Lesson 4 - Cycling of Matter In Ecosystems

Lesson 5 - Population Influences within Ecosystems

Lesson 6 - Ecological Succession

Lesson 7 - Biomass and Fossil Fuels

Lesson 8 - The Importance of Biodiversity

Lesson 9 - Invasive Species

You might also be interested in these assignments which can be found within the unit:

- Ecosystems Lab Experiment: Ecobottles Lab

- Creative Story Assignment

- Water and Carbon Cycle Diagram Activity

- Human Impact on Ecosystems Assignment

Please view the Preview File to obtain a sense of my style, see how my lesson is structured, and evaluate my work.

I also have a range of assignments and lessons/units from other grade levels at my store. Please CLICK HERE to have a look around and don’t forget to follow if you like what you see.