Vertebrates

CBC Grade 5 Science and Technology — Vertebrates

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this topic, a learner should be able to:

• Describe the general characteristics of vertebrates
• Classify vertebrates into their five main groups
• Appreciate the importance of vertebrates in the environment

Summary

Vertebrates are animals with a backbone. There are five main groups: mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and amphibians, each with distinct structural features.