Lesson Plan
Berkshire Museum

Backyard Rocks

For Teachers 2nd - 6th Standards
You don't have to travel far to learn about rocks, just step outside, pick up a stone, and begin investigating. After taking a class walk around the school grounds collecting rocks, young scientists practice their skills of observation...
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Canvasback

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource created by Nature Works focuses on the Canvasback duck. Content includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, reproduction, and behavior.
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PBS

Nature: Cheetah

For Students Pre-K - 1st
What are some of the cheetah's distinctive characteristics? Come and check out this resource featuring fun facts and information about the cheetah.
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PBS

Pbs Nature: Beavers

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Can you name the largest rodent that lives in North America? The beaver happens to be the correct answer. Explore this brief but interesting resource to learn where beavers live, what they eat and how they socialize.