Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to learn interesting facts about penguins and their habitat.

Materials and Prep

• Computer or tablet with internet access
• Paper and pencil for notes
• Curiosity and enthusiasm!

Activities

1. Watch a short video about penguins and take notes on interesting facts.

2. Draw your favorite type of penguin and color it in.

3. Create a mini penguin habitat using materials you can find at home, like cotton balls and blue paper.

Talking Points

• Penguins are birds that cannot fly, but they are excellent swimmers. You can say, "Penguins may not fly, but they are amazing underwater acrobats!"
• Penguins live in cold climates like Antarctica and some can also be found in South America, Africa, and Australia. You can say, "Penguins live in some of the coldest places on Earth, but they are well adapted to survive there."
• There are 17 species of penguins, ranging in size from the small Little Blue Penguin to the large Emperor Penguin. You can say, "Penguins come in all shapes and sizes, just like people!"
• Penguins communicate through various sounds and body movements. You can say, "Penguins have their own language of squawks and waddles to talk to each other."
• Penguins have a waterproof layer of feathers that help them stay warm and dry in the cold waters. You can say, "Penguins have built-in wetsuits to keep them cozy while swimming."