Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Prairie Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Here is a simple lesson for young learners on the plants, animals, and flowers found in the prairie environment. There are worksheets embedded in the plan that pupils use once a teacher-led discussion and demonstration has taken place....
Worksheet
Curated OER

Prairie Ecology Internet Activity

For Students 4th - 6th
In this prairie ecology worksheet, students respond to 11 questions that require them to consult selected Internet sources and answer questions about prairie animals and their habitats.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Build a Prairie!

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Pupils research the plants and animals in the prairie environment. They conduct Internet research, and follow directions to construct a simulated prairie.
Professional Doc
Other

Camp Silos: Exploring the Prairie

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent site for studying the Iowa prairie. Offers wonderful facts and interactive activities for students to do individually or as a group. Identifies national standards and lesson plans for the teaching of prairie life. Provides...
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Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Habitats: Prairie

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn what prairies are, about the plants and wildlife that live there, and about the environmental efforts being made to restore them.