Reptiles

Introduction

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We have learned about several species of animals over the past few weeks. Today you will learn all about reptiles so you can become an expert on one of your choice. 

Task

The purpose of this WebQuest is to become an expert on your favorite reptile. You will watch a video of reptiles and research one particular one so you can teach your classmates, friends and parents all about it. Enjoy!

Process

Part 1: Watch this Youtube video about reptiles and answer the following questions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DefLKnKyQfA

1. Is a reptile a vertebrate or invertabate animal?

2. How do reptiles moves?

3. Are reptiles cold or warm blooded animals?

4. What does the skin of a reptile look like?

5. How do reptiles breathe?

Part 2:

Choice your favorite reptile from the following link to National Geograpic for Kids.

http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/hubs/reptiles/

Answer the following questions about your reptile.

1. What is your favorite reptile?

2. How big is your reptile?

3. What type of habitat does your reptile live in?

4. What is the scientic name for your reptile?

5. What is the life span of your chosen reptile?

6. Why do you like this reptile?

7. Is your reptile endangered?

Part 3: 

Draw a picture of your reptile to share with your friends. Do not forget to put details on it. Example: Scales, unique features like a tongue, shell, fangs etc. 

Evaluation

10 points:

  •  All questions were answered correctly
  • You gave important details about your reptile
  • You followed directions and included all steps of the process
  • You presented information to the class

8 points:

  • Most questions were answered correctly
  • You gave some details about your reptile
  • You followed directions and included all steps of the process
  • You presented information to the class

6 points:

  • Some questions were answered correctly
  • You gave little to no detail about your reptile
  • You followd some directions but missed some steps of the process
  • You presented information to the class

4 points: 

  • Few questions were answered
  • You gave little to no detail about your reptile
  • You did not follow directions or skipped more than 4 steps
  • You presented information to the class