Introduction
Congratulations! You have been selected to work with a team of scientists studying different species of penguins.
Task
You will learn about the penguins' appearance (features), their habitats, and their diets. You will work with a classmate. You will work together to find lots of information about the penguin species you choose.
Process
Start with some general information about penguins:
http://www.penguinworld.com/index.php
Click on the link to see 17 different species of penguins. You will choose 4 species to complete your Penguin Traits chart.
http://www.penguinworld.com/types/
Use the interactive map to locate your penguin species. Mark the location on the map handout by coloring coding the penguin species you chose, then use the same color to mark their location on the map handout. Use one color for each penguin species.
http://www.penguinworld.com/map/map.php
Evaluation
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Task |
Points possible |
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Completed Penguin Trait Chart with 4 Species |
30 |
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All 4 species located on the map. |
30 |
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Completed KWL chart |
20 |
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Cooperated with other students |
10 |
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Used time well and focused on tasks |
10 |
Conclusion
Complete the "learned" column on your KWL chart.
Here is some additional information about penguins:
http://discoverykids.com/articles/do-all-penguins-live-in-cold-climates/