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Marine Fisheries Management
Almost 200 slides make this a vast collection! It is a quirky collection, titled "Marine Fisheries Management," but having little to do with that occupation. What you will find are two-toned blue backgrounds with no pictures, but a few...
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Polar Bear Needs a Home!
Third graders are introduced to the topic of habitat . They create a zoo exhibit fo a polar bear that is being donated to the Albuquerque Zoo. The zoo is not big enough for a brand new cage, so the students choose which of three...
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Hello, Young Blubbers!
Fifth graders explore walrus and their habitat. In this animal adaptation lesson students complete a hands on activity while in groups and use the Internet for research.
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W is for Walrus
In this letter W coloring worksheet, students color the uppercase W and lowercase w. Students also color the picture of a walrus.
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Walrus Color And Write
In this science worksheet students study a realistic picture of 2 walruses. On the lines below students write facts, stories or poetry about walruses.
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HYPOTHESIZE THIS!
Young scholars predict, measure, collect, and analyze data to investigate heat loss in water and in air.
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Looking for a Walrus
Learners sing and role-play the song "Looking for a Walrus" to explore walrus adaptations.
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I am the Walrus
Learners research walruses using the library and the Internet, then write an essay from what they find in their research. In this investigative lesson students view a video on walruses then write an essay after researching.
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Walrus
In this animal facts worksheet, students will read information about walruses including where they live and what they eat. Then students will color a picture of a walrus.
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Animals of the Cold
Students access the Internet to research information about animals found in the coldest parts of the world. They gather data for collaborative exchange and research answers to teacher designed questions. They create original works of art...
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Saint Lawrence Island Rain Parka
Students make a Saint Lawrence Island Rain Parka after researching walrus life.
Language Guide
Language Guide: Los Animales Del Mar (Spanish)
This resource provides colorful pictures of sea animals interact with audio and the written vocabulary word as you move your mouse over the picture. This vocabulary would compliment a science unit on marine life.
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Hinterland Who's Who: Atlantic Walrus
Get the facts about the Atlantic Walrus. Besides finding a detailed physical description, you'll also learn about some of its unique facts and characteristics. Also included in this Mammal Fact Sheet on the Atlantic Walrus is information...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Wildlife Portfolio
The Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center offers a portfolio of arctic animals. A page dedicated to each animal provides a physical description, personal observations of the animal in the wild, and several pictures.
Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Canadian Geographic: Animal Facts: Walrus
Learn fast facts, the physiology, habitats, behaviors and range of the walrus.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Walrus
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Walrus that also includes pictures and an extensive quote from naturalist Edward Nelson.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Walrus
A detailed overview of the walrus' characteristics, physical features, behavior, and habitat. Included are some good photos and classification information.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Walrus (Odobenus Rosmarus)
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Odobenus rosmarus, otherwise known as the walrus.
Other
The Rooms: Inuit in Labrador
This site surveys the history and culture of the Inuit of Labrador. Illustrated, it discusses Inuit hunting, fishing, shelters, clothing, and more.
Read Works
Read Works: Arctic Life
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about animals that live in the Arctic. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
BBC
Bbc News: The Inuit Case for Whaling
This BBC News article concerns Inuit whaling practices and current regulations. Includes information on Inuit culture and international laws.
Other
Skyenimals: List of Ocean Animals: Ocean Habitat
Learn about the largest animal habitat on Earth with this website that gives facts and images of the ocean habitat. Site contains pictures and images of ocean animals.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Arctic Animals of Alaska (Learning Activities)
Lesson plans, pictures, activities, and links make this site valuable for the teacher. Many activities can be used for individualizing instruction.