Curated OER
Free Verse
Students write free verse poems. In this poetry lesson, students use a three-step method to create a free verse poem. Students brainstorm ideas, let their ideas "incubate," and write a free verse poem.
Curated OER
Emily Carr: Reading Comprehension
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a passage about Emily Carr. Students then attempt to determine the meanings of italicized words from the context in which they were used.
PBS
Pbs Woof!: It's a Dog's Life
This is a resource for dog lovers. Find tips on how to train your pet, questions and answers, and stories of dog owners.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Dog Toys: What Makes One a Favorite or a Flop to Fido?
It seems as though dogs, like people, have definite preferences for their play things. This fun project investigates what makes a toy interesting to a dog. In these experiments, you and your dog can have some fun while you learn about...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Molly of Denali: Dog Sled Family Activity
Follow the steps to make a paper dog sled, complete with dog team and passengers - Molly, Tooey, and Trini from the PBS Kids series Molly of Denali! Where will your imagination take them?
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Molly of Denali: Sled Dog Dash Game
Use this Molly of Denali digital game to extend and expand children's use of informational text, as well as their knowledge of Alaska Native culture. Molly and her friend Tooey use a fictional app to access information that will help...
BBC
Bbc Nature: Wolves, Dogs and Jackals
The Canis genus has as its member's jackals, wolves, the coyote, and the domestic dog. Members of the genus are found on every continent except Antarctica, the dingo having been introduced to Australia a few thousand years ago. Learn...
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: Neptune or the Autobiography of a Newfoundland Dog by E Burrows
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book Neptune or The Autobiography of a Newfoundland Dog by E. Burrows (1890), a novel about the life of a dog from the dog's point of view.
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Science: Center of the Atlantic Ocean: Animals and Their Senses
Captain Ed Smith and his dog, Rocco, are exploring all the amazing senses animals have. Join him and discover with them.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Minding Your Mummies: The Science of Mummification
Mummies have always played a part in nightmares for Western cultures, but in ancient Egypt, mummification was a serious religious ritual. They believed that preserving human remains was necessary so that the previous owner could enjoy...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Dog
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Dogs (Canis lupus familiaris), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species, and maps of its global distribution can also be found...
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Dhole
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on dholes including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts. Audio clip provided.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Bush Dog
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Bush Dogs (Speothos venaticus), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species, and maps of its global distribution can also be found...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Raccoon Dog
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Raccoon Dogs (Nyctereutes procyonoides), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species, and maps of its global distribution can also...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Dog Hookworm
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Dog Hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Prairie Dogs
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Prairie Dogs (Cynomys), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this genus and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Dog Roundworm
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Dog Roundworms (Toxocara canis), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be found...
Kids' Wings
Texas Bluebonnet Books: "My Life in Dog Years"
Gary Paulsen's autobiography, "My Life in Dog Years" can be enriched through the activities offered at this website!
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Black Tailed Prairie Dog
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Black-tailed Prairie Dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution...
Other
Dogs and Jackals
A description of the ancient Egyptian board game known as "Dogs and Jackals". Rules on how to play the game are included along with a picture of the game board itself.
Other
Pet Coach: Hookworms (Ancylostoma Uncinaria)
PetCoach offers a full description of hookworms, a common intestinal parasite often found in dogs and cats but with the ability to infect humans. Content explores the life cycle of hookworms, the signs and symptoms of a hookworm...
BBC
Bbc Nature Wildfacts: African Wild Dog
These wild pack animals use unique individual markings to recognize each other. Read this outline of facts and look at some images to learn more.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Animal Behaviors
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Barking, purring, and playing are just some of the ways in which dogs and cats behave. These are examples of animal behaviors. Animal behavior is any way that...
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Fbi Youth: Grades 6th 12th
Explore the FBI by joining agents as they investigate crimes around the world, following a case through the FBI Lab, look at a day in the life of an FBI agent, and more!