Animals Around Us: Predators and Prey
Activity Objectives
- Students will learn about different types of animal teeth, and different things that animals eat.
Vocabulary/Literature Resource
- Predator, prey, meat-eater, plant-eater, sharp, flat
- Adapted from ESC’s “Amazing Animals” Classroom Adventures Program.
Materials Chart
Permanent supplies:
- Skulls from various animals.
- Magnifying glasses
- Protective cloth
- Mirror
Activity Plan
Students and parents should be invited to investigate the skulls, using a magnifying glass as necessary.
Some questions to ask:
- What type of animal do you think this is?
- What do you notice about this skull (shape, color, location of features)?
- What do you notice about its teeth?
- What do you think this animal eats? Why do you think that?
