Save Animals!
Provided by: National Geographic|Published on: February 26, 2025
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Type: Articles/Websites
Subjects: Science
Authors: National Geographic Kids
Region: Global
Languages: English
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Synopsis
- In this article from National Geographic Kids, students will learn about actions they can take to reduce the impact of human activities on certain species.
- Students will learn how they can conserve energy, keep water clean, learn more and help inform others, be conscious consumers, and support conservation organizations to help save pandas, koalas, Florida Manatees, Gray Wolves, Golden Lion Tamarins, and Southern White Rhinos.
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Positives
- The article is broken up into short sections with bulleted lists, so the information is accessible for most readers.
- By having actions they can take to help, students will feel empowered and have a sense of agency when it comes to protecting wildlife.
Prerequisites
- Students should understand how human activities that use energy from fossil fuels contribute to climate change.
- Students should know the terms endangered, habitat, and conservation.
Differentiation & Implementation
- If students don't have their own devices, teachers can print or display the article in some way and have students participate in a gallery walk.
- Alternatively, if teachers are short on class time, students can select one animal to read about after.
- After reading about all of the animals mentioned, students can select one action from the given lists they will implement that day/week/month. Students can keep a journal of their progress with the action.
- Students may benefit and be better able to connect to the ideas if they understand the importance of biodiversity and why these animals are important to save. The TED-Ed resource Why Is Biodiversity So Important? can help students understand the significance.
This resource from National Geographic Kids provides an overview of wildlife conservation. The website provides simple and practical actions students can take to save energy and protect animal habitats. The animal cards are straightforward, easy to read, and comprehensive. This resource does not include detailed explanations or cite any references for the information but would be a valuable resource for educators seeking to enhance climate-related learning experiences in the classroom.
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