Where Has It Been? Tracking the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker

By studying the assumed extinction, and subsequent rediscovery of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, learners use maps and come up with a scenario for the rediscovery of the bird. This incredibly thorough lesson plan is chock-full of worksheets, and clearly defined activities that should make this a meaningful educational experience for everyone. Some terrific resource web links are included as well for extension activities.