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Take a Deep Dive on Penguins With This Penguin Research Journal

Have each student select a penguin species to research and synthesize their notes by creating a research journal page.

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Grades:
3-5
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Life Science
Keywords
Antarcticapenguinsresearch
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Journey to Antarctica: A Penguin Study
In this activity, students will step into the boots of Antarctic research scientists as they uncover the secrets of penguin life! They’ll start by sharing what they already know about Antarctica before "traveling" there through a BBC Frozen Planet video, which will let them experience the continent up close. Then, each student will select a penguin species to research and they will use a BBC video from Seven Worlds, One Planet or Frozen Planet to gather their observations. Students will synthesize their notes as they create a research journal page, and they will then wrap up by discussing what new questions they’re curious to investigate next!
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