Curated OER
Spot the Differences
In this spot the difference worksheet, learners analyze pictures of two
different alligators to see if they can find six differences between the
two.
Curated OER
Alligator and Crocodile Research
Second graders complete a KWL chart on alligators and crocodiles. They brainstorm questions that they want to answer in their research of alligators and crocodiles. Students read Snap A Book About Alligators and Crocodiles and Zoobooks...
Curated OER
Alligator
Pupils create a model of an alligator out of clay using both artwork and research to guide their finished work.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Pesky Critters
In this video segment from WILD TV, learn about how urban development has affected the habitats of alligators. [6:48]
Sheppard Software
Sheppard Software: Alligators
This site gives an in-depth description of an alligator, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
Other
Native Planet: Dangerous Sea Life
Learn about venomous fish and other animals with the ability to inject venom, such as jellyfish and other venomous invertebrates.
Other
Zoo Lab a Website for Animal Biology: The Reptiles
Some general facts about reptiles are presented with links to pages on different types of reptiles (turtles, alligators, lizards, snakes, and tuataras). The individual pages on the particular reptiles present characteristics and facts...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: American Alligator Fact Sheet
As part of the Reptiles and Amphibians exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the American Alligator. In addition to a picture, the site provides a description and information on...
State Library-Florida
Florida Memory: Florida Photographic Collection: Alligators in the Backyard
A photographic exhibit about the American alligator, commonly found in Florida, and its place in popular culture, tourism, and the natural environment.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Alligators & Crocodiles
This resource provides detailed facts about alligators and crocodils, including how to distinguish between a crocodile and an alligator, information on their eating habits, how a mama crocodile protects her young, and more. There are...
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: American Alligators
National Geographic site engages users with colorful photos and extensive facts about American Alligators. Be sure to click on the video link to view a short clip on these fascinating animals.
Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo: American Alligator
Meet the American alligator and discover fascinating facts and statistics. Learn about its physical characteristics, habitat, diet, behavior, breeding patterns, and more.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Reptiles
Presents fascinating facts and colorful photos of a variety of reptiles plus a map of the location where they can be found.
University of Florida
Flmnh: Crocodiles
The Florida Museum of Natural History provides photographs of alligators, caimans, crocodiles and charials can be used for reports and presentations as well as wildlife/reptile lesson plans.
Other
Fun Facts About Alligators
Did you know an alligator can't move its tongue? Or that when it's born it has an egg tooth to get out of its shell? Find out more fun and interesting facts about alligators including lots of amazing photographs!
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: American Alligator
Detailed information about the American alligator is presented, including the positive and negative economic impacts they have on humans. Included are some excellent photographs of this animal.
Other
Florida Museum of Natural History: Crocodilians: The American Alligator
The University of Florida offers a wonderful, fact filled webpage on the American Alligator.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Alligator (Alligator Mississippiensis)
View images and read statistics and facts about Alligators, including where they live, their appearance, diet, behaviour, breeding habits, and status as an endangered species.
Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo: Welcome to the Oakland Zoo
Site allows users to tour the Oakland Zoo and view all types of animals from A-Z. Offers links to cool stuff and a world safari.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Alligators and Crocodiles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Crocodilia, containing both alligators and crocodiles, is an order of large reptiles. Reptiles belonging to Crocodilia are the closest living relatives of birds....
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: American Alligator
This site provides information about the American Alligator. It includes characteristics, habitat, reproduction, range, classification and more.
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium: American Alligator
Use this comprehensive animal guide to learn the scientific name and discover the habitat, diet, reproduction, conservation status, physical, and unique characteristics of the American Alligator.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Kids: American Alligator
Colorful resource for learning fun facts about American alligators with photographs as well as information regarding their physical characteristics and unique features.