Grade 4ScienceTEKS 4.13B

Grade 4 Science TEKS 4.13B:Inherited vs. Acquired Traits

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Differentiate between inherited and acquired physical traits of organisms

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      TEKS 4.13B: Inherited vs. Acquired Traits

      • Inherited vs. Acquired Traits in Animals

        About this lesson

        Learning Target: I can determine which traits are inherited and which are acquired in animals and humans.

        Focuses On:

        • Inherited traits in animals
        • Acquired traits in animals

        Builds On:

        1.13C:

        compare ways that young animals resemble their parents

        Next Level:

        8.13B:

        describe the function of genes within chromosomes in determining inherited traits of offspring

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        This lesson is designed to support student understanding of inherited and acquired traits in animals.

        The lesson begins by defining traits and explaining the concept of inherited characteristics, supported by specific examples. It then distinguishes these from acquired traits, providing clear illustrations of each.

        This lesson establishes the foundational knowledge necessary for students to later learn about chromosomally inherited traits in standard 8.13B.

        Grade 4ScienceTEKS 4.13B

      • Inherited vs. Acquired Traits in Plants

        About this lesson

        Learning Target: I can determine which traits are inherited and which are acquired in plants.

        Focuses On:

        • Inherited traits in plants
        • Acquired traits in plants

        Builds On:

        1.13C:

        compare ways that young animals resemble their parents

        Next Level:

        8.13B:

        describe the function of genes within chromosomes in determining inherited traits of offspring

        Read More:

        This lesson is designed to support student understanding of inherited and acquired traits in plants.

        The lesson begins by defining traits and explaining the concept of inherited characteristics, supported by specific plant-based examples. It then distinguishes these from acquired traits, providing clear illustrations of each.

        This lesson establishes the foundational knowledge necessary for students to later learn about chromosomally inherited traits in standard 8.13B.

        Grade 4ScienceTEKS 4.13B

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      How do you teach Inherited vs. Acquired Traits to 4th graders?

      To teach Inherited vs. Acquired Traits to 4th grade Science students, anchor the concept in a hands-on investigation or real-world phenomenon, then build academic vocabulary and scientific reasoning through guided practice. TEKS 4.13B asks students to differentiate between inherited and acquired physical traits of organisms. Crystal Instruction's free ClearLessons for 4.13B walk through this progression with modeling, guided practice, and built-in checks for understanding, while the ClearSheets provide scaffolded practice. You can download both free on this page.

      What is 4.13B in 4th grade Science?

      TEKS 4.13B is a 4th grade Science standard for Inherited vs. Acquired Traits. It requires students to differentiate between inherited and acquired physical traits of organisms. It is part of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Grade 4 Science.

      Where can I find free TEKS 4.13B lessons and worksheets?

      You can download free TEKS 4.13B lessons and worksheets directly on this page — no login or account required. Crystal Instruction provides free PDF versions of our Inherited vs. Acquired Traits ClearLessons and ClearSheets for Grade 4 Science, and each one is also available as an interactive lesson inside the full Crystal Instruction platform.

      What skills are included in 4th grade Inherited vs. Acquired Traits?

      TEKS 4.13B (Inherited vs. Acquired Traits) covers the following 4th grade Science skills: students learn to differentiate between inherited and acquired physical traits of organisms. Free resources for this standard include Inherited vs. Acquired Traits in Animals, Inherited vs. Acquired Traits in Plants.

      Are TEKS 4.13B resources aligned to STAAR?

      Although Grade 4 Science is not directly tested on the Texas STAAR test, TEKS 4.13B builds the foundational skills students need for later STAAR assessments. Every Crystal Instruction ClearSheet for 4.13B is STAAR-aligned, and our ClearLessons are built to STAAR rigor using released STAAR test items, so students practice Inherited vs. Acquired Traits at the depth STAAR expects.