Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Camel Container: Ceramics

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Play with clay while building finger dexterity and important sculpting techniques. Learners make camel containers while they practice throwing and molding clay. Fun camel facts make this an interdisciplinary art lesson.
Interactive
Curated OER

Cicadas - A Special Insect Internet Activity

For Students 5th - 10th
In this cicadas worksheet, students click on the links to find out information on cicadas and answer short answer questions about them. Students complete 9 short answer questions.
Website
University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Museum of Zoology

For Students 9th - 10th
See the Museum of Zoology where visitors can explore the museum's resources.
Website
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Museum of Zoology: Animal Diversity Web

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource contains thousands of descriptions about individual animal species. Many of these descriptions also includes pictures, movies, audio clips, and more.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Physalia Physalis (Portuguese Man of War)

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth look at the Portuguese man of war jellyfish. Site includes information on geographic range, habitat, description, reproduction, feeding habits and much more.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Caudata

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the many types of salamanders found around the world. Included is a large bank of photos of the various species and their classification information.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Gastropods

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the many types of gastropods, slugs and snails found around the world. Included is a large bank of photos of the various species and their classification information.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Leptoptilos Crumeniferus

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed overview of the Marabou stork. Content focuses on this bird's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: House Mouse

For Students 9th - 10th
This complete site presents a wealth of information about the house mouse including topics such as habitat, physical description, reproduction, lifespan/longevity, behavior, communication, diet, predation, and more.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Southern Elephant Seal

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on geographic range, habit, physical description, reproduction, lifespan, behavior, methods of communication, diet, predation, economic importance (positive/negative), and conservation status can be be found on this...
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Cheetah (Acinonyx Jubatus)

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to providing detailed information about the cheetah, Animal Diversity Web also offers a wealth of pictures, specimens, and classification information for detailed study.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Antilocapra Americana Sonoriensis

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed overview of the Sonoran pronghorn. Content includes information on this animal's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Giant Squid

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web provides a detailed overview of the giant squid. Content includes a focus on the giant squid's geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and more.
Handout
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Animal Diversity Web: Simian Jackal (Canis Simensis)

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you can find a detailed description of this jackal, as well as a picture and full classification.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Beavers

For Students 9th - 10th
A good overview of the beaver's characteristics, physical features and how it lives. Included are many good photos and detailed classification information.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Northern Flying Squirrel

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about the northern flying squirrel is presented, including the impact these small animals have on humans. Included are some photographs of northern flying squirrels and detailed classification information.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Order Monotremata (Monotremes)

For Students 9th - 10th
Animal Diversity Web offers a comprehensive look at monotremes. In addition to a general overview of monotremes, content includes numerous photographs and specimens, and a look at their classification.
Handout
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Animal Diversity Web: Red Squirrel

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about the red squirrel is presented, including the positive and negative impacts of these small animals on humans. This page also includes excellent photographs of red squirrels and detailed classification...
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Eastern Fox Squirrel

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about the Eastern fox squirrel is presented, including the positive and negative impacts of these small animals on humans. This page also includes excellent photographs of Eastern fox squirrels and detailed...
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Lemmings and Voles

For Students 9th - 10th
Lemmings and voles belong to the rodent subfamily Arvicolinae. Comprehensive information about these animals is presented, including the positive and negative economic impacts they have on humans. This page has excellent photographs of...
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Deer Mouse

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about the deer mouse is presented, including the positive and negative economic impacts these small animals have on humans. This page includes excellent photographs of deer mice and detailed classification...
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Mollusca (Mollusks)

For Students 9th - 10th
A great, detailed description of mollusks. Discusses parts of their external and internal anatomy and their functions, and lists several characteristics of mollusks. Tabbed pages include pictures, specimens and classification.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Introduction to Teeth

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web offers a very good description of teeth in the digestive process of mammals. Covers the variety of teeth and links to discussions on a variety of teeth issues.
Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Common Lancehead

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Michigan Museum of Zoology presents information on the common lancehead. Pictures, classification, and additional facts are included.