Curated OER
Happy Hippo
Students read about hippos and research information about hippo faces. They explore the effect of color and the perception of unrelated objects. Students create a hippo mask with accurate facial features and then paint their hippo mask...
Curated OER
Hippopotamus
In these hippopotamus worksheets, students must write factual information about a hippo. Students are given 5 questions to answer about the animal.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Hippotpotamus
This resource presents detailed information about the hippotpotamus, including several photos and an audio clip.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: Hippopotamus
Multi-media National Geographic site includes video and audio clips about hippopotamuses. Fun facts are great for students doing research projects and you can send a postcard to a friend.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Hippopotamus
Detailed information about the hippopotamus, including geographic range and habitat, physical features, behavior, lifespan, and the positive and negative economic impact they have on humans.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of Hippopotamus Amphibius, more commonly known as the Hippopotamus.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Hippopotamus
This resource provides detailed information about hippopotamuses.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Alligators and Crocodiles for Kids: Learn About These Giant Reptiles.
How do you tell an alligator and crocodile apart? Kids learn about these dangerous and scaly animals.
