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PPT
Curated OER

Animal Classifications

For Teachers 2nd
While short, this resource could be used as an overview of amphibians. The presentation lists the characteristics of amphibians and provides several examples. For use in a classroom, a teacher could add information.
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Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Trb 4:5 Investigation 12 Amphibians & Reptiles

For Teachers 4th
Activity provides for comparing and contrasting the behavior and structure of amphibians and reptiles of Utah.
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Activity
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Newts

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a brief description of a newt, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander)

For Students 9th - 10th
Site contains information on the Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander). Includes geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and conservation status as well as other information and pictures.
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Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Species With Status: Common

For Students 3rd - 8th
Common species are those that exist in large numbers. A species may be locally abundant, but not broadly common. Examples of common Wisconsin species are presented here.