Curated OER
ESL Vocabulary-Animals
In this ESL vocabulary activity, students study a chart of pictures and animal names, then unscramble names, watch a video and list animals seen, fill in missing letters, complete an animal crossword and classify given animals.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: Sand Tiger Shark
National Geographic site engages users with colorful photos and extensive facts about Sand Tiger Sharks. Be sure to click on the video link to view a short clip on these fascinating animals.
University of Florida
Florida Museum of Natural History: Tiger Shark
The Florida Museum of Natural History presents an in-depth look at the tiger shark, named for its distinctive color pattern. Learn about the taxonomy, common names, geographical distribution, conservation, habitat, food habits,...
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo Cuvier)
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Galeocerdo Cuvier, more commonly known as the Tiger Shark.
Sheppard Software
Sheppard Software: Tiger Sharks
This site gives an in-depth description of a tiger shark, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
Other
Audubon Nature Institute: Sand Tiger Shark
Meet the sand tiger shark to discover details about its behavior, eating habits, range, conservation status, and other unique facts.
PBS
Pbs: Nova: Shark Attack!
An informative site that touches on evolution, life cycle and interesting facts about sharks.
Other
National Aquarium: Sand Tiger Shark
This enlightening resource focuses on the physical characteristics, diet, range, size, population, and natural predators of this shark with a menacing image.
Merriam-Webster
Merriam Webster: Dictionary Illustration: Types of Sharks
Labeled illustration of five types of sharks: mako, tiger, thresher, hammerhead, and great white.
DLTK
Kid Zone: Sharks
The KidZone shows amazing images of sharks and presents all kinds of facts and activities in a format for grade school children.
Digital History
Digital History: The Eagle, the Tiger, and the Shark
A very brief discussion about how Napoleon's exploits in Europe affected American shipping and American sailors.