Discovering Dinosaurs

Young scientists explore the world of dinosaurs. They engage in a variety of activities designed to help correct misconceptions about dinosaurs, and which help them to determine which animals are dinosaurs and which are not. There is a...

Students study dinosaurs. They discuss the different types of dinosaurs and their characteristics. They discover the difference between a carnivore, an herbivore, and an omnivore. They compare the sizes of dinosaurs to everyday objects.

Young scholars discuss theories about dinosaurs. In this dinosaurs and fossils lesson, students explore different scientific theories regarding dinosaurs and fossils. Young scholars  then come up with their own theories about why...

Learners hunt for dinosaur eggs that the teacher has made and hidden on the playground. students open the eggs to find the dinosaur inside and experience archeology first hand.

Students discover details about dinosaurs in Great Britain. In this dinosaur lesson, students visit selected museums and learning centers online and in person to examine and study dinosaur exhibits.

Pupils examine how dinosaur bones need to be pieced together in order to determine the actual size of the dinosaur. They also discover that dinosaur names are based on their characteristics.

Students discover different types of eating and breeding behavior for example, egg stealing dinosaurs, and dinosaurs protecting their young via physical activities.

Students solve a puzzle using clues that are millions of years old. Students make a guess, research their guess, and formulate their conclusion using the Scientific process. Students acquire the necessary skills needed to solve...

Students investigate how body design affects balance. They make simple models of dinosaur bodies using straws and marshmallows. Before making their models, they discuss the effects of gravity and the importance of balance in body shape.

Students investigate what a paleontologist does. They participate in a dinosaur dig, write a story, and explore the Dinosaur Dig website to view and discuss photos of a real dinosaur dig.