Wingin’ It
Birding expert Sam DeJarnett teaches students how to make careful field observations—spotting, hearing, and recording signs of bird activity. No special equipment needed, just a keen eye and an open mind. Students practice data collection and compare habitats, building core science skills while connecting their findings to real-world bird population research. So head outside, start noticing, and watch curiosity take flight.
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Sound Science: Basics of Bioacoustics
In this NGSS-aligned lesson of the Sound Science lesson series, students explore bioacoustics—the science of using sound to study the living world—and learn how animals communicate and how scientists use sound to monitor wildlife and protect ecosystems. Through a hands-on Sound Map activity, students compare sounds across environments, analyze patterns, and practice thinking like scientists while building observation and critical-thinking skills.
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Be a Friend to Cicadas
Periodical cicadas offer an amazing opportunity to turn fear into fascination and inspire the curiosity of tomorrow’s wildlife champions!
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Think Like a Wolf
Bring Yellowstone National Park into your classroom! In this field-based video students learn to think like both a wolf and a scientist! Students model a trophic cascade and analyze pack roles and communication to connect wildlife behavior to effective teamwork. Along the way, they’ll build SEL skills like empathy, trust, and leadership, and glimpse real conservation careers through authentic researcher stories.
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