Identify species that are designated as “endangered”

Identify the physical and behavioral characteristics of selected species

Work in a group to suggest solutions to the problem

Create a multimedia project to show how adaptions can help endangered species

Introduce the lesson by selecting an endangered animal and identifying its physical and behavioral characteristics. Discuss the factors that the students feel have contributed to the animals endangered status.

Discuss with the class what adaptions could help the selected animal improve it’s chance for survival.

Have studnets work in groups to follow the same proceudre

Select an animal

Research the animal using books, magazines, reference materials, and the internet to learn about the animal

Identify its characteristics

Divide the research into the following categories

Physical features

Behaviors

Habitat

Reproduction

Diet

Factors causing endangerment

Discuss with students techniques to adapt the animal

Have studnets create and present a multimedia presentation about the animal they chose

Students present their presentation to class

Classmates as well as teacher will evaluate presentations