8th Grade

In this lesson, students learn about amphibian evolution by comparing fossils with a modern-day skeleton. This is a…

Dinosaur Detectives

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Eyewitness: Jungle explores the world of rain forests and related ecosystems, bringing viewers face to face with…

Eyewitness: Jungle

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Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Earth Science

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Measuring Turtle Length and Age

Students will use these charts to measure the length of a turtle and to estimate a turtle's age.

Subjects:

Science

Rainforests

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Estimating Turtle Size and Age

Explore an activity that is appropriate for more advanced students who are learning about research and ways to analyze…

Subjects

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Food Webs of Reptiles and Amphibians

Peruse an article that is full of background information on the different roles creatures play in our ecosystem.

Subjects:

Food Web

Reptiles

Amphibians

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Reptiles and Amphibians Through the Ages

Background information on the evolution of some reptiles and amphibians, as well as the extinction of others.

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Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Students learn about the diversity of animal life in a pond and the interdependence of pond organisms.

Discover a Pond Food Web

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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What Is Wildlife Conservation?

After matching each term about wildlife conservation with its description, students will read a passage about African…

Subjects:

Endangered Species

Animals (Zoology)

Environmental Science

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Mystery of the Malformed Frogs -- Background Information

Read about a middle-school class' discovery of a large group of malformed frogs and the research that took place due to…

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Amphibian Population Declines

Background information on the decline and extinction of many amphibians.

Subjects:

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Reptile and Amphibian Defense Strategies

Students study a range of defensive strategies used by reptiles and amphibians.

Subjects

Rainforests

Habitats and Ecosystems

Ecology

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Why Care About Amphibian Population Decline and Malformations?

In this lesson, students learn why preservation of wildlife is important.

Subjects

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Oil Spills &amp

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Discover the different habitats and life cycles in the world of frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders. Eyewitness:…

Eyewitness: Amphibian

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Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Reptile and Amphibian Life Span and Life History

Background information on the life span of reptiles and amphibians.

Subjects:

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Mystery of the Malformed Frogs Lesson Plan

In this lesson students learn how volunteers, including themselves, can aid in conservation.

Subjects

Animals (Zoology)

Oil Spills &amp

Biology

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One Million Things: Animal Life

This book features sweeping single-shots that encompass a multitude of animals, making for a seamless and striking…

Subjects

Animals (Zoology)

Biology

Science

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Eyewitness: Eagle & Birds of Prey

In this guide, brilliant full-color photographs give the reader an "eyewitness" view of the world of eagles, vultures,…

Subjects

Animals (Zoology)

Spring Season

Biology

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Extinct, Endangered, and Threatened Animals Activity

Using reference materials, students will research the habitats of extinct, endangered, and threatened animals listed in…

Subjects:

Animals (Zoology)

Earth Science

Oil Spills &amp

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NSTA Recommends -- Animal Adaptations

Reviews of science-teaching materials recommended by K-12 science teachers.

Subjects:

Animals (Zoology)

Animal Behavior

Biology

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ACTIVITIES

Care and Handling of Live Reptiles and Amphibians

Distribute an article that gives important information on how to safely and properly handle live animals.

Subjects:

Rainforests

Animals (Zoology)

Habitats and Ecosystems

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Mimics Survive -- Camouflaged Reptiles

Students recognize just how successful camouflage strategies can be for reptiles and amphibians.

Subjects

Rainforests

Habitats and Ecosystems

Ecology

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Animal Adaptations Project -- Teacher Notes

A comprehensive set of notes to help you guide your students through this life-science project.

Subjects:

Animal Adaptation

Animals (Zoology)

Ecology

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