Champions of the Animal World

Synopsis:

Champions of the Animal World looks at animals that have exceptional abilities.
It explores what each animal champion can do and how it does it. The book also looks at human-made threats to each animal’s survival.

Curriculum link:

Science Curriculum links Australia • UIS: Recognise that many living things rely on resources that may be threatened, and that science understanding can contribute to the preservation of such resources New Zealand • LW: Explain how living things are suite

Key Concepts:

Some animals have adaptations that make them stronger or faster than other animals. This helps them to stay safe or to find food. Human activity threatens the existence of many animals and some are endangered.

Reading Strategies:

Making inferences

Extent:

20

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - Champions of the Animal World