WHY? Squid can propel themselves rapidly through the water. They swim by taking in water under the mantle and shooting the water out a funnel. This action causes the body to be propelled rapidly. This is another form of aerodynamic function and is most fascinating because it is done underwater. Their streamlined body shape contributes to their ability to swim quickly. Squid can also control the direction in which they swim. ASSESSMENT: Can the student communicate what they observed?

Student is able to communicate the entire structure of the squid that they have dissected successfully. They also are able to label all the parts of their roughly drawn squid. Student is able to communicate most of the structure of the squid that they have dissected successfully. They also are able to label most of the parts of their roughly drawn squid. Student is able to communicate some of the structure of the squid that they have dissected successfully. They also are able to label some of the parts of their roughly drawn squid. Student is able to communicate only one part of the structure of the squid that they have dissected successfully. They are able to label only one part of their roughly drawn squid.

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