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Bald eagles are opportunistic predators and eat fish as well as raccoons and other mammals. Pupils learn about bald eagle diets through a simple simulation and videos. They collect and analyze data to understand the adaptability of this species.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Designed
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite someone from a wildlife rescue to speak to the class
- Graph the number of bald eagles in a specific area over time
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of bar graphs, predator-prey relationships, food chains, and averaging numbers
Pros
- Uses only basic materials
- Provides background references
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- None