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Stella the Swan

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners study the similarities and differences between ducks, geese, and swans. They tell the story about how water fowl adapt to life in water using props.
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Be an Artist: Goose

For Teachers 3rd
In this science worksheet, 3rd graders will use visual clues in a grid to complete an exact image replica. Following the original line segments in each box, students will create the image of a goose.
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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: African Pygmy Goose

For Students 9th - 10th
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on African pygmy geese including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.
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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Magpie Goose

For Students 9th - 10th
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on magpie geese including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Brant

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore this educational resource featuring the Brant. Students will learn more about the characteristics, diet, habitat, reproduction of this fascinating aquatic bird.
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Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Canadian Geographic: Animal Facts: Canada Goose

For Students 3rd - 8th
Offers quick facts on the Canada goose about physical appearance, habitat, behavior and range.
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Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Geese

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an in-depth description of a goose, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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Earth Life

Earth Life Web: Bird Orders of the World

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from Earth-Life Web, you can find a list of 23 bird orders and additional facts on each species. Taxonomy and photos are included.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Goose (Branta)

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of Branta, more commonly known as the goose.
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Read Works

Read Works: "Wild Goose"

For Students 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A poem by Curtis Heath describing the migration of a wild goose. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Cackling Goose

For Students 9th - 10th
Cool facts, range, habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status are spotlighted on this comprehensive site. You can also listen to the sounds of this bird species.
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Other

Bird Central: The Bird Groups

For Students 9th - 10th
Bird are divided into 11 different distinct groups on this site by Rosso Unlimited. A brief description of each group is provided as well as specific species within groups. The standout feature here is the comprehensive supply of bird...
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BBC

Bbc News: The Inuit Case for Whaling

For Students 9th - 10th
This BBC News article concerns Inuit whaling practices and current regulations. Includes information on Inuit culture and international laws.
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Other

Kids Farm: Farm Animals

For Students 1st - 4th
At this site from Kids Farm, farm animals are depicted in cartoon illustrations on the opening page. Click on the picture and view photographs of real animals and specific information.
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[Photo of a Brown China Gander]

For Students 9th - 10th
This FeatherSite is full of pictures, videos, articles, and general information on all varieties of poultry.
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Bbc Nature: Wildlife: Snow Goose

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Photograph of a Snow Goose flying through the air.
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Bbc Nature: Wildlife: Black Geese

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Photo image of four black geese flying through the air.
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Bbc Nature: Wildlife: Bar Headed Goose

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Image of two Bar-headed Geese flying through the air.