Description

Overview:

This classroom activity introduces students to Antarctica's organisms, landscapes, and seascapes. After examining the images in the photo gallery, students work in small groups to discuss their conclusions about the living conditions on this continent. The printable three-page handout includes a series of questions to help students structure their thoughts while viewing the gallery images and a group worksheet that guides students through a discussion of their evolving hypotheses and conclusions.

Subject:

Atmospheric Science, Geoscience

Level:

Middle School, High School, Career / Technical

Grades:

Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

Material Type:

Activity/Lab, Lesson Plan

Provider:

American Museum of Natural History

Provider Set:

American Museum of Natural History

Date Added:

10/15/2014