Amphibians

Reptile and Amphibian Defense Systems

Protecting themselves against predators is a full-time job for reptiles and amphibians. This article describes several…

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Habitats and Ecosystems

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In this lesson, students learn about amphibian evolution by comparing fossils with a modern-day skeleton. This is a…

Dinosaur Detectives

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Food Webs of Reptiles and Amphibians

Peruse an article that is full of background information on the different roles creatures play in our ecosystem.

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Food Web

Reptiles

Amphibians

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Reptiles and Amphibians Through the Ages

Background information on the evolution of some reptiles and amphibians, as well as the extinction of others.

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Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Students learn about the diversity of animal life in a pond and the interdependence of pond organisms.

Discover a Pond Food Web

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Mystery of the Malformed Frogs -- Background Information

Read about a middle-school class' discovery of a large group of malformed frogs and the research that took place due to…

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Amphibian Population Declines

Background information on the decline and extinction of many amphibians.

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Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Reptile and Amphibian Defense Strategies

Students study a range of defensive strategies used by reptiles and amphibians.

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Habitats and Ecosystems

Ecology

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Why Care About Amphibian Population Decline and Malformations?

In this lesson, students learn why preservation of wildlife is important.

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Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Oil Spills &amp

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REFERENCE

Eyewitness: Amphibian

Discover the different habitats and life cycles in the world of frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders. Eyewitness:…

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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DAILY WARM-UPS

Science Reading Warm-Up: Amphibians (Grades 3 & 4)

Develop students' reading skills as they learn about amphibians. This printable warm-up includes a science reading…

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Reading Comprehension

Amphibians

Language Arts and Writing

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ACTIVITIES

Making a Zoo Poster

Students create a poster for a zoo showing an example of each type of organism and its characteristics. Assesses…

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Science

Animals (Zoology)

Aquatic Animals

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Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History

Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.

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Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Mystery of the Malformed Frogs Lesson Plan

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

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Animals (Zoology)

Oil Spills &amp

Biology

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The Life Cycle of a Frog (Blank) Printable

Use this printable to teach students about amphibians. Ask them to color and label the pictures of a frog's life cycle.

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Animals (Zoology)

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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Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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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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Instant Expert: Amphibians

Become an instant expert on amphibians. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference material you need to introduce…

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Amphibians

Ecology

Habitats and Ecosystems

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DAILY WARM-UPS

Science Reading Warm-Up: Life Cycle of a Frog

Read about how a frog is formed. Through a life science reading passage, students will learn about the life cycle of a…

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Reading Comprehension

Amphibians

Ecology

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First Canadian Turtle Derby

Interesting facts and fun activities related to the Canadian Turtle Derby.

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Amphibians

Animals (Zoology)

Biology

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Reptile Defense Mechanisms

Research the natural defense mechanisms of various species of reptiles.

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Reptiles

Amphibians

Animals (Zoology)

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ACTIVITIES

Mystery of the Malformed Frogs Student Handout

Use this account of a student's experience in a science project with the Mystery of the Malformed Frogs lesson plan.

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Reptiles

Amphibians

Animal Behavior

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NSTA Recommends -- Reptiles and Amphibians

These valuable reviews of science-teaching materials focus on books that explore reptiles and amphibians. They are…

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Genetics and DNA

Rainforests

Cellular Biology

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