TEACHING RESOURCE
These valuable reviews of science-teaching materials focus on books that explore reptiles and amphibians. They are…
ACTIVITIES
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LESSON PLANS
In this lesson, students learn why preservation of wildlife is important.
Background information on the decline and extinction of many amphibians.
Students learn about the diversity of animal life in a pond and the interdependence of pond organisms.
In this lesson students learn how volunteers, including themselves, can aid in conservation.
Use this account of a student's experience in a science project with the Mystery of the Malformed Frogs lesson plan.
WORKSHEETS
Use this reptile and amphibian checklist with the Mystery of the Malformed Frogs lesson plan.
Read about a middle-school class' discovery of a large group of malformed frogs and the research that took place due to…
Peruse an article that is full of background information on the different roles creatures play in our ecosystem.
This detailed illustration of a bullfrog's food web shows the linkages among different plants and animals. It can be…
In this lesson, students learn about amphibian evolution by comparing fossils with a modern-day skeleton. This is a…
Use this reference sheet with the Dinosaur Detectives lesson.
Background information on the evolution of some reptiles and amphibians, as well as the extinction of others.
Explore an activity that is appropriate for more advanced students who are learning about research and ways to analyze…
Protecting themselves against predators is a full-time job for reptiles and amphibians. This article describes several…
Students learn to estimate turtle size and age by identifying the parts of the shell, and then measuring and documenting…
Students recognize just how successful camouflage strategies can be for reptiles and amphibians.
This article includes a description of the Eastern Newt, as well as an explanation of its habitat, natural history,…
Students study a range of defensive strategies used by reptiles and amphibians.
Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.
Students will use these charts to measure the length of a turtle and to estimate a turtle's age.
A blank drawing of the Mexican milk and coral snakes, as well as a detailed coloring guide.
Distribute an article that gives important information on how to safely and properly handle live animals.
