Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn about dinosaurs, their characteristics, and their habitat through fun activities related to Jurassic Park.
Materials and Prep
- Coloring pencils or markers
- Plain paper
- Internet access to watch short dinosaur videos
No prior knowledge needed, just bring your imagination and curiosity!
Activities
- Create Your Dinosaur: Draw your own dinosaur with unique features and give it a name. Think about what it eats and where it lives.
- Dino Research: Look up information about your favorite dinosaur online. Write down three cool facts about it.
- Dino Habitat: Design a habitat for your dinosaur using drawings or building blocks. Show where it sleeps, eats, and plays.
Talking Points
- What are dinosaurs?
"Dinosaurs were giant reptiles that lived millions of years ago. They ruled the Earth long before humans existed." - Types of dinosaurs:
"There were plant-eating dinosaurs like Triceratops and meat-eating dinosaurs like T-Rex. Each had different ways of surviving." - Dinosaur habitats:
"Dinosaurs lived in various habitats such as forests, deserts, and swamps. Some dinosaurs could fly, while others could swim."