1. Why certain animals live in certain places By Maureen Olson
Animals and Habitats
Why certain animals live in certain places
By Maureen Olson

2. Objectives Explain why certain animals live in certain places
Choose the animal you think is the most well adapted
Support your answer
Match the animal names with the correct habitats
Go slowly through each objective to make sure the students know what they are expected to learn.
Target Audience: 3rd Grade Science

3. Terms Habitat – Where an animal lives
Adaptation – Something an animal has or does that helps it live in its habitat
Camouflage – Blend in with the surroundings
Review these terms with the class.

4. Polar Bear Habitat: arctic Adaptations: Thick, wooly fur
Thick layer of fat
White coat (camouflage)
Before revealing the adaptations, have the students guess what might help a polar bear live in the arctic.

5. Camel Habitat: desert Adaptations: Hump Weeks without drinking
Webbed feet
Before revealing the adaptations, have the students guess what might help a camel live in the desert.

6. Octopus Habitat: ocean Adaptations:
Dig holes under rocks to make underwater dens
Pile rocks to block
Change its color- camouflage
Before revealing the adaptations, have the students guess what might help an octopus live in the ocean.

7. Beaver Habitat: lakes/streams by wooded areas Adaptations:
Build dams from trees
Chisel-like teeth
Eat leaves, twigs, and tree bark
Before revealing the adaptations, have the students guess what might help a beaver live in its habitat.

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