Animals: Dolphins
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| Animals: Dolphins |
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| On these sites you can read about the behavior, appearance, and distribution of dolphins. Learn the differences between dolphins and porpoises, and find out about some of the threats to dolphin survival. There are facts, videos, audio files, pictures, printouts, and classroom activities. Included are eThemes resources about bottlenose dolphins, whales, mammals, and the ocean. |
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Grade Level:
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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Resource Links:
| Dolphin Research Center
Explore the links on the left-hand side of the page to learn about marine mammals and meet the dolphins that live at the Center. Visit the Kids' page for fun facts, games, and information on how you can help marine mammals. NOTE: This site has a giftshop and a page that solicits donations.
Dolphin Word Search
Find the dolphin-related vocabulary words on this printout. This worksheet is a one-page PDF file.
Dolphin Writing Paper
Students can use this dolphin stationery for inspiration when they are writing about dolphins.
Dolphin Chart
Print this one-page PDF file and fill in the blanks about dolphin anatomy.
Dolphin Coloring Page
This is a printable dolphin pattern that can be colored or adapted to a variety of classroom activities.
Dolphin and Whale Venn Diagram
Use this graphical organizer to compare dolphins and whales.
Dolphin Comparison Chart
Print off this page to help organize and plan your research.
Did you know? Dolphins
This is a one-page PDF file that can be used with classroom activities.
Enchanted Learning: Dolphin Quiz
Answer these ten questions to test your knowledge about dolphins.
Dolphin/Porpoise Picture Menu
Click on the pictures of different dolphins and porpoises to view the fact sheet for each animal.
Discovery Channel: Dolphins Explored
This site has dolphin facts, information on dolphin intelligence, and audio files of the sounds made by bottlenose dolphins and killer whales. NOTE: This site contains ads.
PBS: The Dolphin Defender
Explore these links to learn how dolphins use echolocation to perceive their world, or read about the threats posed to dolphins by pollution and the dolphin trade. There is also a video.
PBS Kids: Dolphins
Meet Hilary, a volunteer at the Dolphin Research Center in Florida. In this video, Hilary will explain some research that she did on pair bonding among dolphins.
Nature: Dolphins: Close Encounters
On this site, students can read about the complexity of dolphin communication and learn about the controversy that surrounds keeping dolphins in captivity. Watch a video in which two experts explain the different sides of the controversy.
PBS: Navy Dolphins
Read an article and view a timeline of the U.S. Navy's Marine Mammal program to learn how dolphins have helped the U.S. military. Watch a video of a dolphin performing underwater surveillance. NOTE: Reading level is for older students.
Nature: Critter Guide
This page has quick dolphin facts, such as where they live, what they eat, and why they can't fall asleep.
ThinkQuest: Dolphins
This site was created by students and has information on many different species of dolphins, including pictures and distribution maps. There are also dolphin quizzes, puzzles, and games. NOTE: This site has a guestbook.
ThinkQuest: Dolphins: Oracles of the Sea
Explore this student created website to learn about dolphin evolution, anatomy, behavior, and their relationship with humans. NOTE: Reading level is for older students.
SeaWorld: Classroom Activities
This page is an index of classroom activities with a marine mammal theme.
SeaWorld: What is a Dolphin?
This page has lots of information about dolphins, including physical characteristics, habitat, range, predators, and diet. There is a picture of a Commerson's dolphin.
Dolphin or Porpoise?
This site lists the three main physical differences between dolphins and porpoises, and has a link to the Cetacean family tree.
Scholastic: Dolphins
On this site, students can learn all about dolphins, play a game, and read an interview with marine biologist Daniel Odell. There is also a teachers' guide with several classroom activity ideas.
WWF: Maui's Dolphin
Explore this site to learn about the smallest and most rare marine dolphin, found only off the coast of New Zealand.
Pics4Learning: Dolpins
Use these copyright free pictures of dolphins in your classroom activities.
Commerson's Dolphin
Read about this small and distinctive species of dolphin found in the southern hemisphere. Includes fun facts and a picture.
eThemes Resource: Animals: Bottlenose Dolphins
Read about the behavior, appearance, and distribution of bottlenose dolphins. Learn how these mammals communicate with each other. Includes videos, photographs, sound files, a coloring page, and online games.
eThemes Resource: Animals: Whales
These sites are about whales. Learn about the characteristics, behavior, and classification of whales. Topics include the habitat, life cycle, communication methods, and migration. There are videos, photographs, and sound files. Several hands-on activities and online games and quizzes are included. eThemes Resources on endangered species and ocean animals are linked.
eThemes Resource: Animals: Ocean and Sea Creatures
Learn more about the hundreds of creatures that live in the oceans and seas. Includes many photos and videos, audio files, and real-time images from Webcams. The animals covered include whales, jellyfish, dolphins, sea turtles, seahorses, and more. Includes links to eThemes Resources on Geography: Oceans and Animals: Sharks.
eThemes Resource: Geography: Oceans
These sites are about the oceans of the world. Topics include habitats, tides, currents, temperatures, depths, and more. There are many photos and videos. Includes links to eThemes Resources on ocean animals and continents.
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Education Standards:
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ME Standards:
B.3
MO Standards:
VII.A.1.a, VII.B.1.a, VII.C.1.b, VII.E.1.a, VIII.A.1.a, VII.A.2.a, VIII.A.4.c, VIII.A.4.a
NV Standards:
L.2.C.1, L.2.C.2, L.2.D.1, L.5.C.3, L.5.C.5
UT Standards:
II.1.a, V.2.a, V.2.b, V.2.c, V.2.d
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