Students observe living representatives up close, learn about their study methods and interesting facts from field research. In an activity with model objects, they learn about the work of Karl Linné and the classification of living organisms, Charles Darwin's ideas on the common origin and origin of species, and the use of molecular biology methods to determine the evolutionary relationships of living organisms. They will then use this knowledge in practical exercises focusing on our reptile and amphibian species.

Students observe living representatives up close, learn about their study methods and interesting facts from field research. In an activity with model objects, they learn about the work of Karl Linné and the classification of living organisms, Charles Darwin's ideas on the common origin and origin of species, and the use of molecular biology methods to determine the evolutionary relationships of living organisms. They will then use this knowledge in practical exercises focusing on our bird and mammal species.

Using collection items (e.g., skulls, feathers, eggs) and living representatives of local plants and animals, students explore how the characteristics of organisms relate to the environmental conditions in which they live. In a hands-on activity, students are introduced to the process of natural selection and discuss how adaptations have arisen. Finally, they read a scientific text and solve problems focused on analysing data in graphs and tables.

On a selected species of flowering plant, students study variation in two traits - one that is likely related to pollinator attraction and another that is likely unrelated to pollinator attraction. They formulate hypotheses about the importance of individual differences in each of these traits and compare their reasoning with the results of recent research. In activity extensions, they isolate plant pigments or model a flower according to a flowering diagram.

Using available natural resources (e.g., seeds), students observe differences in traits among individuals within a population. They measure size, weight, compare colors and shapes, and discuss whether and which of these traits may be advantageous or disadvantageous to an individual. Students calculate basic descriptive statistics and discuss their importance for describing the population under study. They also address the origins of trait variability and read about several interesting cases.

In a research plot in a forest stand, students will determine the age categories of a common tree species and determine the density of its seeds, seedlings, young and mature trees. They discuss the environmental factors that affect tree survival at each stage, as well as the characteristics of trees that may be advantageous to them in certain situations. Finally, they will reflect on climate change and its impact on forest ecosystems.

During a short trip in nature, students will try to identify invasive plants and characterize the environment in which these plants are found. They will learn about the most important examples of invasive plants and animals in our territory and analyse their impact on the native ecosystem. During the activity, students will discuss the characteristics of these plants and animals that contribute to their ability to spread and dominate in new environments. Finally, students will learn about the results of recent research on invasive species in our area.

During a short nature trip, students observe typical features of an autumn or winter forest. They discuss the challenges that plants and animals face during the cold season and the different ways in which they cope with these challenges. In a simple experiment, they compare the thermal insulation properties of different animal body coverings. They learn how living organisms use special anti-freeze proteins and how these proteins work.