Lost Creatures / Extinct Animal Research
Extinct Animal Research
Children research an extinct or endangered animal and present their findings to the group.
How to run it
- Have children choose an extinct or endangered animal.
- Research using books or approved websites.
- Make a poster with key facts and pictures.
- Present the posters to the group.
You will need
- books
- paper
- markers
- devices (optional)
Make it easier or harderYounger children can draw and share a fact; older children can compare causes of extinction.
SafetySupervise internet use and use approved websites.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children research independently and communicate what they have learned.
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