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Education

The Big Endangered Animal Game


Age Suitability: P1 - P7.

Availability: Edinburgh Zoo

Lesson Duration: 50 minutes 

Maximum Class Size: 180

Lesson Outline:

 

This session takes place in our lecture theatre in the form of a game.

Covering themes including threats, human impact and conservation, the group will answer groups about the species that RZSS works with both at our zoos and in the wild.

Learning Outcomes:

  • To know and understand the threats animals face in the wild today.
  • To explore the ways in which individuals can contribute to conserving our world and its wildlife.

Curriculum for Excellence Outcomes:

  • SCN 1-20a ‘I have contributed to discussions of current scientific news items to help develop my awareness of science.’
  • SOC 1-03a ‘I can consider ways of looking after my school or community and can encourage others to care for the environment.’
  • SOC 2-08a ‘I can discuss the environmental impact of human activity and suggest ways in which we can live in a more environmentally-responsible way.’