Animals
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U.S. Forest Service Kids Resources
The U.S. Forest Service has resources on everything from recycling to wildflowers, coloring activities and videos. A great resource to engage younger students. learn more
Surviving Winter: Animal Adaptation Strategies | Mountain Lake Journal
Join naturalist Mark Fraser on a nature walk to see how the animals of the Adirondack Park in upstate New York prepare for the tough winter ahead and… learn more
Research Polar Animals: Exploring Animal Adaptations Project-Based Learning Unit
A Comprehensive Lesson on Animal Adaptations. Research and explore the unique adaptations of polar animals, experiment with different types of adaptations, and design, create, and demonstrate an "adaptation"… learn more
18 Enchanting Horse Books and Series for Kids of All Ages
Do you know a budding equestrian or a child otherwise fascinated with horses? Have you ever been in the company of a child when passing or driving by… learn more
PBS Learning Media: Cool Ways Animals Adapt For the Winter
Spot on Science shares how animals survive the winter, including warm layers, hibernation, and torpor. learn more
Conservation Classroom
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute. Conservation Classroom is a collection of monthly lessons for K-5 students. Each lesson has four elements: wonder, engage, act and connect.… learn more
Live Programs for Young Animal Lovers
From Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Conservation Biology Institute, Conservation Classroom is a collection of lessons for K–5 students that include live virtual programs each month, from September through May. Each lesson has four elements: Wonder (preprogram videos that introduce the monthly… learn more
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is committed to supporting teachers, students, and families around the world. Below, you will find resources to engage learners in grades pre-K… learn more
Animal Themed Teaching Resources
Incorporate students' natural curiosity about animals in your class with lessons and printables on sea life, endangered species, wildlife, and more. Educate them about animal behavior, biology, life… learn more