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Dian Fossey
For this famous person worksheet, students read a passage about Dian Fossey and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym...
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Virtual Exploration Society: Dian Fossey
A very emotional essay concerning the work of Dian Fossey and her war on poachers of the gorillas of the Virunga Volcanoes.
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The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International: Dian Fossey
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International provides a brief biography of its namesake, as well as providing a wealth of information regarding the life of mountain gorillas and what is being done for conservation and research.
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Webster University: Dian Fossey
This resource provides a comprehensive biographical sketch of Dian Fossey, focusing on her experience with wild gorillas.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Dian Fossey
Find out about one of the foremost primatologists who undertook an extensive study of mountain gorilla groups over a period of 18 years in the mountain forests of Rwanda.
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Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Dian Fossey
This Distinguished Women website provides a brief biography of American Zoologist, Dian Fossey.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Dian Fossey
Dian Fossey's work with the African Mountain Gorilla makes her a hero to both animals and people. Use this resource to learn about her studies and her campaign against poaching.