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National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, University of California Santa Barbara

Kids Do Ecology: Endangered Species and Conservation Biology

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find out about conservation biology as it relates to endangered and threatened species. Learn about the factors contributing to the loss of species and what efforts have helped bring some animals back form the brink of extinction.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Endangered Animals for Kids: How They Become Extinct

For Students 1st - 9th
How do endangered species and animals become extinct? Hunting, pollution, loss of habitat, and introduced species all play a part and are discussed on this site.
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California State University

Cardboard Tree and Endangered Animals Lesson

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Two short art lessons in one that introduce young learners to the idea of extinct animals and habitats. Each student will be creating and painting a habitat and assembling an owl. This could be adaptable to use the extinct animal of your...
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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Giant Panda

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a resource on the giant panda. It has excellent facts and information, captivating photographs, and an interesting video. [1:27]
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Micronesian Kingfisher

For Students 9th - 10th
Get acquainted with the Micronesian kingfisher by browsing this animal guide from the Brookfield Zoo. Highlights includes quick facts, a photo, and details on its appearance, breeding, communication, and habitat. Discover why these...