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Penguin Lesson Plan IdeasHomeschool Unit Study on these Antarctic Birds and their Habitats
Penguins have been a favorite for kids for many years. Use the ideas presented here to teach your kids about these cute critters.
The lesson plan ideas presented below will help you teach your kids about penguins. Feel free to use this as a standalone lesson, or incorporate it into what you already have. ObjectiveThis lesson will teach your child about penguins and their habitat through reading, writing, crafts and field trips. Materials
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Lesson ActivitiesPenguin Race: A male penguin takes care of the egg until it hatches. He keeps it warm by balancing the egg on the top of his feet and covering it with his feathers. This is a game that tests your child’s egg balancing skills. You will need a small beanbag or bean-filled ball. Have your child balance the bag on top of his or her feet. On “go” have the children race to the end without upsetting the “egg.” If the egg falls off, they must go back to the starting point and start over. Caring for an Egg: Penguins must take very good care of their egg until it hatches. It if falls or rolls out, it can crack and the baby could die. Give your child a hard boiled egg in the morning and have the child care for the egg all day long. At the end of the day, look for cracks in the eggshell. This will reinforce the idea that any parent must be very responsible, even penguins. Watch March of the Penguins: This is a documentary style movie that depicts the Emperor penguins in their natural habitats. It follows their struggles throughout mating season and what they must do to care for their eggs, and stay alive during the harsh season. Field Trip OpportunityAquarium or zoo: Give your child a chance to see penguins in action by visiting your local aquarium or zoo. Places such as the Dallas World Aquarium and the Forth Worth Zoo feature excellent penguin habitats for your children to enjoy. Call to see if your local zoo also features penguins. Wrap-Up
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