Curated OER
The Cry Of The Wolf
Learners inverstigate the history of wolves and how they have changed throughout the ages. The movement to eradicate the wolves is studied and students are asked to explain their opinion of it. This is given after spending the time to...
Curated OER
Stalking the Big Bad Wolf
Pupils investigate the perceptions of wolves in fairy tales, cartoons, and stories in this eight week series of lessons. They research wolf behaviors using books, articles, and videos in order to write a position paper. They study the...
Curated OER
The Animals of Julie of the Wolves
Students explore Arctic animal life through use of electronic resources. They discover facts about various animals that share that ecosystem with wolves.
Curated OER
Wildlife, Wolves, Endangered Species
Students use the Internet to research wildlife and conservation efforts. They examine pictures and graphics to research endangered species and humans role in their lives. They also use math to measure areas of habitats and add the number...
Curated OER
The Big Bad Wolf
Tenth graders analyze the popular fairy tale "The Three Little Pigs" for inaccurate references to wolves. They write a story (or compose a song) that correctly depicts the characteristics, traits and predator-prey relationship of a wolf.
Curated OER
The Wolf in Children's Books: Part 2 of 2
Third graders gather information about wolves and compare it to information presented or inferred in studenT stories they read in Part 1
University of California
Ucmp: Introduction to the Carnivora
Nice informational site about the order Carnivora. The opening page lists members of the order and briefly describes relationships between humans and carnivores. It links to pages on evolution of carnivores, the ecological roles of...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Where, Oh Where, Do the Wild Wolves Wander?
If you were leaving home for a long walk, how far would you go? One mile, 5 miles, 10 miles? How about 550 miles?. That's a long way, but some wolves have been known to travel that far when they are leaving their packs in search of a...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Wolf Behavior
In this classroom activity, students will observe different wolf behavior, facial expressions and body language to identify as either submissive or dominant behavior. Wolfs are observed in photos and short movie clips. Students will also...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Jaws and Teeth of Mammals
This image from Biology by Kenneth R. Miller and Joseph Levine illustrates the relationship between structure and function by comparing the jaws and teeth of two animals with very different ways of life: the wolf and the horse.
Sheppard Software
Sheppard Software: Animal Profiles: Wolves
In addition to information about different kinds of wolves, this site gives extensive information about wolf behavior. Find out the many different ways wolves communicate with each other.
Other
Minnesota Zoo: Wolf Quest
Students learn about wolves through an interactive online game. Students will investigate wolf ecology by living the life of a wild wolf in Yellowstone National Park.
Other
Wolf Recovery Foundation: Wolves
A very detailed portrayal of wolves and their social life from a Native American point of view: also looks at the wolf's reintroduction into Yellowstone.
PBS
Pbs: Dogs and More Dogs
NOVA takes a comprehensive look at the origin of different species of dogs in this feature. Interesting information like, why do they come in so many shapes and sizes, and why do they have us right where they want us is provided.
Defenders of Wildlife
Defenders of Wildlife: Wolves
Here you can learn about the dangers facing wolves today and what you can do to help. Content includes a "State of the wolf," report, wolf information, wolf video, a wolf journal, and more.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Chances With Wolves
This lesson engages students in learning the differences among observations, facts, and inferences. Students will study about the reintroduction of wolves into the Rocky Mountain and Yellowstone Region. Students will work in small groups...
PBS
Pbs Nova: Wild Wolves
What's in a wolf's howl -- a calling card, a warning, or an invitation? Hear the call of the wild, find out how wolves are making a comeback, and discover the ancient connection between dogs and wolves in this feature exhibit.
Other
International Wolf Center: Learn About Wolves: Wild Kids
This website has all kinds of information about wolves. Learn interesting wolf facts, find out about wolf families, make a wolf mask, do an online wolf puzzle, and more.
Other
International Wolf Center: Basic Wolf Information
From an organization that cares about wolves find: Types of Wolves, Biology and Behavior, and information on wolves and humans. Under Biology and Behavior, be sure to click on Virtual Wolf, an interactive wolf skeleton.
Defenders of Wildlife
Kids' Planet: Wolf Discovery Curriculum
Here is a wonderful resource for both students and teachers alike! Content includes a wealth of articles on wolves, ranging from vital statistics to hunting techniques, as well as lesson plans and quizzes for kids of all ages!
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Scholastic
Scholastic: Book Files: Julie of the Wolves [Pdf]
"Julie of the Wolves", by Jean Craighead George, is story of cultural pride, survival, and courage. The heroine, Miyax is lost in the Alaskan tundra. Make the smart choice by reading the novel with a BookFiles reading guide. The file...
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Hinterland Who's Who: Wolf
Learn about the habitats and habits of wolves, along with their feeding and breeding characteristics.
PBS
Pbs Kids: Plum Landing: The Gray: Mountain Mission
After watching the "The Gray" episode of PBS Kids' Plum Landing, students will draw a picture of gray wolves that are traveling in a pack.
Other
One World's Journey: Georgia's Environment and Resources
A nice summary of the physical geography of Georgia. Read about the climate, vegetation, and animal life.