Dichotomous Key Activity
Dichotomous Key Activity This one’s been around for a while and I don’t know why I haven’t listed it before now. Found it again while looking for things on dichotomous keys. They print the page, name the kritters, then go through the key.
Read MoreAnimal Diversity Web
Animal Diversity Web Another site for looking up information about animals, giving details about the classification system and it all works. One of my kids actually found this while doing research. Told me this site was better than the one I gave them. I LOVE it when they show me up!
Read MoreAnimal Articles, Quizzes, Facts, and Much More!
Animal Articles, Quizzes, Facts, and Much More! From Sheppard Software, some interesting little quizzes and activities that will give you good resources for classroom use or for independent learning. Also TONS of pages for research on a variety of animals. Much better than I thought it would be when I started looking at it.
Read MoreWhat Kind of Animal is This?
What Kind of Animal is This? “In these games , kids need to be able to tell the difference between mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, amphibians, and other kinds of animals. Each game is full of animations, sounds, and fun!”
Read MoreKid’s Corner – Animal Classification
Kid’s Corner – Animal Classification Okay, so I signed up for something and while cruising around there, I found a site that I had somehow overlooked. Seems I keep finding new things I can use. This is a very simple version of information on classification along with a classification game. One of these days, I’ll [...]
Read MoreNature Files – NatureWorks
Nature Files – NatureWorks Great collection of files that can be used in for a variety of biology lessons.
Read MoreBBC – Science and Nature – Wildfacts
BBC – Science and Nature – Wildfacts Looking for information on different species of animals? This is a great collection with good information in small “bites.” These are quick and easy to read, allowing for quick webquest or research work. As always, the BBC does an excellent job.
Read MoreThe Big Zoo
The Big Zoo While this one is a bit more commercial than I like, the selection of organisms that are classified is commendable. I’ll probably use it with some guidance to keep the kids from getting off track.
Read MorePioneer Middle School Virtual Zoo
Pioneer Middle School Virtual Zoo Site developed by a middle school in California with a nice little selection of animals. Gives the classification breakdown for each organism. Written by kids so it’s very student friendly. If you click on the Zoo Information link, you’ll find taxonomy, activity sheets and some other links. Well done!
Read MoreOrganize-It: Test Yourself on Biology
Organize-It: Test Yourself on Biology Funny how you look at something one time and think, “That’s not gonna work for me.” Then you look at it again and realize it’s the perfect thing. That’s the way it is for this site. There are several little quizzes on different topics. Not bad for a webquest or [...]
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