The Linnaean Classification System
Drag the labels into place and when you are ready, use 'Mark' to see if you're correct.
Discussion points
- Why did Carl Linnaeus decide to use Latin for the naming system?
- What were some of the issues with Aristotle's early classification system?
Teaching tips:
Use this activity to support learning on the topic of classification. Read the Guidance within the activity for examples and more information.
Here is a helpful mnemonic to recall the order:
Kids Prefer Candy Over Fresh Green Salad
Use alongside Interview Charles Darwin and Evolution vocabulary. Also see Guess which bird and Guess which invertebrate.
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