Lesson Idea | Animals of the Rainforest

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This lesson provides students with an opportunity to learn about the behaviors and physical characteristics of rain forest animals.

Objectives

Students will identify features that help animals survive in their environment.
Students will write a research report and give an oral presentation about a rainforest animal.

Materials

Animals of the Rainforest Vocabulary Worksheet
Books, magazines, and Web resources about rainforest animals

Procedures

1. Introduce key vocabulary: prehensile tail, predator, prey, camouflage, food chain, carnivore, herbivore, and adaptation. Ask students to fill in the vocabulary worksheet.
2. Have students research animals in the rainforest individually or in pairs.
3. Ask the students to think of animals that have special adaptation features. Have the students create a chart showing the different adaptations.
4. Divide the students into pairs or small groups. Tell them to choose one rainforest animal to research. Students should use encyclopedias, magazines, books, and websites as reference materials.
5. The report should include an illustration of the animal and a written description of the animal's physical characteristics, behavior, adaptive features, habitat, and diet.
6. After the written reports are complete, have each pair of students present their findings to the class.
7. Display the reports and illustrations in the classroom.

Assessment

- Have students list and discuss the differences and similarities between the animals of the rain forest and the animals that are found in their area.
- Students should be able to:
• Define keywords.
• Create an adaptation chart.
• Write a comprehensive research report.