Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Survival of the Fishes

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Young scholars study the aquatic environment in which largemouth bass are able to survive. They participate in a mystery animal activity based on their own basic needs to determine the identity of the largemouth bass.
Handout
Other

Michigan Department of Natural Resources: Large Mouth Bass

For Students 9th - 10th
This description of the large mouth bass focuses on identifying the fish, its habitat and feeding patterns to help those who might be fishing for them.
Activity
Other

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: Largemouth Bass

For Students 9th - 10th
This "snapshot" of large mouth bass emphasizes its desirability as a sport fish, and its habitats and feeding patterns.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Centrarchidae (Sunfishes)

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief scientific description of the family of fish known as sunfishes (scientific family name Centrachidae), which includes fish like bluegills, large mouth and rock bass, and crappies. It provides a general physical description and...