Learn About Michigan's Species
Articles/Websites
Grades3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Biology
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Provided by Michigan Department of Natural Resources
What it is
- This resource contains detailed information about Michigan plants and animals, with separate sections for birds, fish, crayfish, insects, mammals, plants and trees, and reptiles and amphibians.
- Each species has a beautiful image and links to information about the habitat, food sources, life cycle, and tips for identification.
Teaching tips
Positives
- This resource contains a wealth of information and links to other, reputable organizations for even more to learn.
- Students will love the vivid photographs and pictures of Michigan species.
Prerequisites
- Students, especially those who are easily overwhelmed, will benefit from a graphic organizer or other guidance for exploring the resource.
- The page for insects only includes information for a few butterflies, and the rest of the insect-related information is not as user-friendly as the other pages.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Students can use this resource as a starting point for a species research project.
- Using this resource as a guide, students can go birdwatching and identify the local birds they see.
- Using the Field Guide to Michigan Crayfish as a mentor text, students can create versions of field guides for the other types of species in Michigan.
- Teachers with the capability to do so can plan a field trip to the MSU Bug House.
From the scientist review
This resource offers detailed descriptions on a number of the most common flora and fauna in Michigan. Descriptions are detailed and linked to verifiable information. This resource is recommended for teaching.
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