Lesson Plan

At-Risk Species

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Certain behaviors make species vulnerable to extinction and others protect them. By studying species that are currently endangered, learners draw conclusions about these behaviors. They then apply their conclusions to healthy species and make predictions about their sustainability.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Compare characteristics of endangered, extinct, and healthy species
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects knowledge of endangered species
  • Requires use of Keep the Wild Alive cards found here: KWA Cards 
Pros
  • Includes ideas for extension of the main lesson
  • Provides a handout to help pupils organize ideas
Cons
  • None
NGSS