Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Brilliant Peacock Plumage

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students discover how a peacock struts with its multicolored plumage. They view a variety of examples with various colors and then make a hand print peacock on a piece of construction paper and color each of its feathers with a variety...
Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Peafowl

For Students 9th - 10th
A great site to find out all about peacocks and peahens. Find a map to see where their natural home is, read about their habits, see pictures of different kinds of peafowl, and hear their call. From the San Diego Zoo.
Activity
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Peacocks

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

Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Peafowl

For Students 9th - 10th
This article studies facts and information related to the Peafowl at the Smithsonian National Zoo. Various types of Peafowl are discussed throughout the brief article.
Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Kids: Peafowl

For Students K - 1st
Colorful resource for learning fun facts about peafowl with photographs as well as information regarding their physical characteristics and unique features.