Instructional Video

How Do Squirrels Find Their Nuts?

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Viewers of this short video learn how squirrels and birds not only find their stored nuts in winter but also distract would-be thieves. Viewers see that animals have the ability to take action today (burying nuts) to fulfill their future needs (energy in winter). 

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Video best fits during a unit on animal behavior
  • Have learners research other animals behaviors and their triggers like birds flying south for the winter or bears hibernating
Classroom Considerations
  • Video is actually 2:12 minutes long; the rest is advertising, links to other videos, and a summary of another video
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes high-quality images and diagrams to demonstrate the material
  • Description contains further information and readings
Cons
  • None
Common Core