Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify and locate different animal habitats around the world on a map.

Materials and Prep

Materials: World map, colored pencils, notebook

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the different animal habitats and their locations on the map.

Activities

1. Research: Choose three different animals and find out their natural habitats.

2. Map Activity: Use the world map to mark the locations of the habitats of the animals you researched.

3. Presentation: Create a short presentation about the animals and their habitats, and share it with your family or friends.

Eighth Grade Talking Points

• Animals live in different habitats around the world. For example, lions live in the savannas of Africa and polar bears live in the Arctic regions.
• Understanding animal habitats helps us appreciate the diversity of life on Earth and the importance of preserving these habitats.
• Geography plays a significant role in determining where animals can live. Different regions have different climates and resources that affect the types of animals that can survive there.