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  • Is This an Insect?

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    Is This an Insect?

    Students will learn to distinguish insects from non-insects.

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    Biological Classification
    Animals (Zoology)
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  • Captive Whales Reading Warm-Up

    DAILY WARM-UPS

    Captive Whales Reading Warm-Up

    Should whales be kept in captivity? Use this reading passage to start a class discussion on this topic. After reading a…

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    Animals (Zoology)
    Aquatic Animals
    Biology
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    Mystery of the Malformed Frogs Lesson Plan

    In this lesson students learn how volunteers, including themselves, can aid in conservation.

    Subjects
    Animals (Zoology)
    Oil Spills &
    Biology
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  • BOOK GUIDES

    On the Far Side of the Mountain

    Use this literature guide to help you teach On the Far Side of the Mountain, by Jean Craighead George.

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    Literature
    Language Arts and Writing
    Geography
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  • TEACHING RESOURCE

    Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History

    Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.

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    Rainforests
    Animals (Zoology)
    Habitats and Ecosystems
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  • REFERENCE

    One Million Things: Animal Life

    This book features sweeping single-shots that encompass a multitude of animals, making for a seamless and striking…

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    Animals (Zoology)
    Biology
    Science
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    Eyewitness: Eagle & Birds of Prey

    In this guide, brilliant full-color photographs give the reader an "eyewitness" view of the world of eagles, vultures,…

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    Animals (Zoology)
    Spring Season
    Biology
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  • Geologic Time Scale and Reptile Skeletal Figures

    WORKSHEETS

    Geologic Time Scale and Reptile Skeletal Figures

    Use this reference sheet with the Dinosaur Detectives lesson.

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    Reptiles
    Fossils
    Animals (Zoology)
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  • Amphibians Venn Diagram

    GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

    Amphibians Venn Diagram

    Students are challenged to analyze what several species of amphibians have in common and how they are different. This…

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    Amphibians
    Biological Classification
    Animals (Zoology)
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  • Boa Constrictor Reading Warm-Up

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    Boa Constrictor Reading Warm-Up

    Read about boa constrictors – the largest snake living in Central and South America. Use the nonfiction reading passage…

    Subjects:
    Reading Comprehension
    Reptiles
    Endangered Species
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  • Flying Squirrels Reading Warm-Up

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    Flying Squirrels Reading Warm-Up

    Students learn about flying squirrels in this printable warm-up. Use the nonfiction reading passage and reading…

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    Biology
    Science
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  • Leopards Reading Warm-Up

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    Leopards Reading Warm-Up

    Students will read a nonfiction passage about leopards and answer questions about the text. Use this printable warm-up…

    Subjects:
    Reading Comprehension
    Mammals
    Animals (Zoology)
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  • Herpetology Bookmarks and Awards

    CLASSROOM TOOLS

    Herpetology Bookmarks and Awards

    Use these bookmarks and badges to honor your students' participation in learning about amphibians and reptiles. This…

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    Reptiles
    Animals (Zoology)
    Biology
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  • The Hairy Dog Poetry Pack

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    The Hairy Dog Poetry Pack

    Read this poem about a hairy dog, then have students compare and contrast the dog in the poem with other dogs they know.

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    Literature
    Poetry
    Reading and Literature
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  • The Snow-Bird Poetry Pack: Main Idea Identification

    LESSON PLANS

    The Snow-Bird Poetry Pack: Main Idea Identification

    In this poetry activity, students attempt to determine the main idea the author wishes to present.

    Subjects:
    Main Idea and Supporting Details
    Writing
    Language Arts and Writing
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  • Animal Survival Instincts

    WORKSHEETS

    Animal Survival Instincts

    Students read the animal facts on survival instincts and match the behaviors with the animals.

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    Safety
    Health and Safety
    Life Skills
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  • Save the Koala

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    Save the Koala

    The koala faces many threats to its habitat and food supply. Get students thinking about what they can do to help save…

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    Mammals
    Endangered Species
    Environmental Science
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  • Quiz: Which Animal?

    ASSESSMENT

    Quiz: Which Animal?

    It's all about survival of the fittest – or the most creative. What do your students know about these unique animal…

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    Biology
    Science
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  • Animal Trivia Quiz

    ASSESSMENT

    Animal Trivia Quiz

    Mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians – how much do your students know about the animal kingdom?

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    Animals (Zoology)
    Biology
    Science
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  • LESSON PLANS

    Mimics Survive -- Camouflaged Reptiles

    Students recognize just how successful camouflage strategies can be for reptiles and amphibians.

    Subjects
    Rainforests
    Habitats and Ecosystems
    Ecology
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  • ACTIVITIES

    The Race of Toad and Deer

    Enrichment activities and Internet resources to enhance teaching The Race of Toad and Deer by Pat Mora.

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    Literature
    Multicultural Literature
    Mexican History and Hispanic Heritage
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  • TEACHING RESOURCE

    NSTA Recommends -- Animal Adaptations

    Reviews of science-teaching materials recommended by K-12 science teachers.

    Subjects:
    Animals (Zoology)
    Animal Behavior
    Biology
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  • ACTIVITIES

    Care and Handling of Live Reptiles and Amphibians

    Distribute an article that gives important information on how to safely and properly handle live animals.

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    Rainforests
    Animals (Zoology)
    Habitats and Ecosystems
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  • ASSESSMENT

    Sea Horses: Father Knows Best Rubric

    Use this scoring guide in combination with the Sea Horses: Father Knows Best lesson.

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    Animals (Zoology)
    Biology
    Science
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