Saving Penguins

8th GradeScience30 min

Learning Objective

I can analyze the major threats to penguin populations and propose conservation strategies.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

4 min

The Melting Home of Emperor Penguins | Twig Science Reporter

Twig Science Reporter

Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Emperor penguins are threatened by habitat loss because the ice they live on is melting into the sea.

  • Rising temperatures caused by climate change are causing the ice to melt faster, which means penguins have less space to breed.

  • If temperatures continue to rise and the ice continues to melt, penguins could become extinct by 2100, but tackling climate change can help them survive.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe one major threat to emperor penguin populations discussed in the video and propose one conservation strategy to help them survive.

Teacher Guide

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