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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Biology of Bats

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Your class will love exploring animal conservation through this lesson on bats. Learners discuss the importance of bats in the ecosystem and talk about the different types and their characteristics. As a follow up, a model of a bat or a...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Panther Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the Florida Panthers through a Web-quest. In this web-based lesson, students find clues that will help them to identify the habitat of the Florida Panther and the history of human activity which threatens these wild cats.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Island Animals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concepts of endangered animals and conservation. In this animal conservation lesson, students complete activities to investigate the endangered animals of the US Virgin Islands. Students complete multiple worksheets...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

"Habitats"

For Teachers K - 5th
Students complete a unit of lessons on animals and animal conservation. They observe a square meter of ground outside the school, set up a model environment, analyze an owl pellet, grow bread mold, and explore various websites.
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Website
University of California

Regents of the University of California: Amphibia Web

For Students 9th - 10th
AmphibiaWeb, a site inspired by global amphibian declines, is an online system that allows free access to information on amphibian biology and conservation. This site is filled with amphibian facts, a glossary of terms, species numbers,...
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Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Are Tourists Harming Endangered Florida Manatees?

For Students 5th - 8th
Learn about manatee migration and the impact that tourists who get too close to the endangered animals may be having on their ability to survive. Includes video.
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Website
Other

North Carolina Zoological Society: Field Trip Earth

For Students 3rd - 8th
Resources for students and teachers about animal conservation research programs around the world. Articles, interviews, and field reports are available.
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Website
World Wildlife Fund for Nature

World Wildlife Fund: Ranger Club (Dutch Version)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Dutch version of the World Nature Fun's Ranger Club children's site. Students learn about endangered animals in different habitats, obtain pictures through the animal library and play games. Some sections of the resource offer paid...
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Website
Other

The Leatherback Trust

For Students 9th - 10th
The Leatherback Trust is a non-profit organization of scientists and future scientists to preserve the Leatherback sea turtles and their nesting beaches.
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eBook
Unite for Literacy

Unite for Literacy: Denver Zoo: Conservation: Conservation in Botswana

For Students 1st - 2nd
Read about how the Denver Zoo helps to protect animals in Botswana in Africa. Includes audio narration in English, Chinese, Spanish, Setswana, and Turkish, with text in English.
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Website
Other

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

For Students 9th - 10th
A leader in conservation and education, the Cincinnati Zoo is rated among the top zoos in the United States. Site provides information on various animals as well as conservation efforts and educational programs.
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Handout
US Fish and Wildlife Service

U.s. Fish and Wildlife Service: Endangered Species Coloring Book [Pdf]

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The U.S Fish and Wildlife Service presents The Endangered Species Coloring Book. A PDF file filled with pictures and descriptions of eight endangered plant and animals.
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Activity
Other

Cresli Sea Turtles Program

For Students 9th - 10th
CRESLI works in New York state to study and help the species of sea turtles near Long Island.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: How Poachers Became Caretakers

For Students 9th - 10th
In his home of Namibia, John Kasaona is working on an innovative way to protect endangered animal species: giving nearby villagers (including former poachers) responsibility for caring for the animals. [15:47]
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Website
Other

Swot: The State of the World's Sea Turtles

For Students 9th - 10th
SWOT works to protect the habitat and population of sea turtles in the world today.
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Website
Other

The Orangutan Conservancy

For Students 9th - 10th
On this page you will find articles written by experienced people in many fields related to learning about, studying or helping the orangutan. You will find references and bibliographies that will help you if you are a student or just...
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Website
Other

K 3 Learning Pages: Reptiles and Amphibians

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Come and discover more about reptiles and amphibians when you explore this awesome resource. This site is filled with useful links.
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Website
Other

[Archived Content] Pygmy Seahorses: Discovery and Conservation

For Students 1st - 9th
Learn how these ocean animals were discovered and what is now being done to protect them.
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Website
Other

Hilton Pond Center

For Students 9th - 10th
This Hilton Pond Center site is a resource for teachers, students and researchers who are interested in the environment and environmental conservation of animals and plants.
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Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Which Strategy Is Best to Ensure the Conservation of Endangered Species?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson is an exploration of the topic of captive breeding in zoos and aquariums, and whether this is the best option for preserving endangered species. (The National Geographic lesson referenced on this page has been archived. This...
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Website
Other

Orangutan Foundation International

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides many resources relating to orangutan's and the foundation
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Reference: Conservation

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of animal conservation, including endangered species, animal protection, habitat protective, captive breeding, animal appeal and CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered...
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Handout
PBS

Pbs Nature: Otters

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Discover more about how otters live, what they eat and how they socialize when you visit this informative resource. This condensed site will benefit students who need help narrowing their research information.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Tad the Tadpole

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Tad the Tadpole is designed to demonstrate how pollution in various areas affects wildlife in their native habitats. The lesson is designed to stress the importance of conservation for animals and their surrounding environment. Upon...