Bear Mannerisms

Teacher Activity Page [Standards] [Related Hot Links] [Student Page] [PDF File]    Background Using information provide from Internet and Video resources, the students learn about important mannerisms of the Black Bear Resources/Materials/Supplies Video Segment _ Programs #3 & #4 Internet access Bear Behavior Cards Description: In this activity students will: Review the video segment in class. Discussion questions: Find and read the information in the Internet Hot Links. Collect the materials needed for their group and read over the instructions for their demonstration carefully. Share presentations based on the group demonstrations with the whole class. Participate in a Q&A session between the class and the presenting group to ensure everyone has understood the pertinent information. Management Tips and Hints Be sure that students have a chance to find and read the information in the hot links given in their assignment. Also, go over the instructions for their demonstration to be sure everyone understands what to do. Prepare the materials and equipment needed beforehand so that moving into small groups will be efficient. Briefly, discuss the directions with each group to be sure they understand what they are doing and what their activity demonstrates. Give groups a limited time to complete their demonstration and class presentations.