Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Survey Methods
How many African elephants are on earth? How do scientists answer a question like that? An interactive resource explains a variety of survey methods and their advantages and disadvantages. It connects the need for a survey to...
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
The Great Elephant Census Modeling Activity
They say elephants never forget—and your class won't forget an insightful modeling activity either! Junior zoologists take part in a mock elephant census using the sample count and total count methods. The included materials provide...
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Ivory Wars
Young scholars examine the controversy surrounding African trade. In this geography lesson plan, students research the killing of elephants for ivory. Young scholars collaborate to report on the history of the ivory trade and its...
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Elephant Earth Adventures . . .
In this reading comprehension about African elephants worksheet, students read factual passages about their physical characteristics, amazing facts, tusk uses, ears, trunk, skin, movement, food needs, extended families, and the active...
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Elephants
Young scholars explore elephants. In this elephant art lesson, students compare Asian and African elephants, and draw an elephant by following step by step instructions from the teacher.
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Across the Continent
Students complete activities to learn about an African elephant. In this animal study lesson plan, students observe the teacher model the height of an African elephant using a ladder and string. Students compare the size with other...
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Endangered Mammals: African and Asian Elephants
Students explore the concept of endangered mammals. In this elephants lesson, students research Internet resources regarding African and Asian elephants.
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African Elephants
In this elephant worksheet, learners read several factual paragraphs about African elephants. Students then answer several questions about the animals.