Welcome to Classroom Connections—where every lesson moves from field to classroom. Each post features Ecology Blueprints, real-world Field Notes, and practical Classroom Connections designed to help you teach wildlife science, food webs, anatomy, and ecosystems with confidence.
And bring each lesson to life in your classroom—starting today.
You’ve probably seen birds in the sky flying together as a group. Some species of bird will fly in a “V” or other shaped formation.
This summer, why not take a trip to a conservation center? There are plenty in the Northwest that provide exciting experiences and activities that are also educational about our nation’s wildlife.
Bison are the heaviest animals that live on land in North America. Although they used to be present in large numbers throughout North America, their numbers decreased during the 19th century when over 50 million of them were killed.
The IUCN has 159 bird species on their list that are considered Extinct.
Red wolves were initially declared endangered in 1967 by the U. S.
Dissect it! kits are made of a one-of-a-kind gelatin material that gives a realistic experience without the use of a real animal! The detailed instructions take you through the process so you can learn about everything inside the animal: their skeletal structure and where their organs are located.
As the seasons change, we adapt – maybe we’ll turn the AC or heat on, we’ll start parking our cars in the garage more, or we’ll switch our morning coffees from hot to iced.
Studying owls gives us really great insight into an ecosystem. They are prime subjects to look at because of how much information they can give us.
We’re sure you're familiar with at least some bird songs. Whether you’re up early in the morning or walking around during the day, you’re bound to have heard some birds singing nearby.
Barn Owls eat a variety of prey, which means that you don’t know what you’re going to find in a pellet when you dissect it! The favorite food of Barn Owls is voles, but they also eat a variety of other things.
Have you asked yourself the following: What does the job of a biologist look like? Do I need a Master’s Degree or is a Bachelor’s Degree enough? What are the realities of the job compared to being in a classroom? What skills do I need outside of my degree? What doors open for me after I become a biologist? If you have, then this eBook is for you! .
When you have land that is overrun with pests, instead of getting your hands on pesticides, go the more natural route and bring some Barn Owls in to handle the problem! Barn Owls are cavity dwellers.
