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Wildlife Resources for Students & Teachers: Lesson Plans from AgriLife Bookstore

       
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Title: Determining the Age of a Deer

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: B-1453

Thumbnail for Determining the Age of a Deer. Abstract: With this illustrated publication, anyone can learn to determine the age of a deer accurately by measuring tooth eruption and wear. (8 pp., 1 table, 17 illustrations)

Cost: $2.00


Title: Venomous Terrestrial Animals of Texas

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: B-6118

Thumbnail for Venomous Terrestrial Animals of Texas. Abstract: This pocket guide describes 24 species of venomous insects, spiders and snakes found in Texas. Color photos and descriptive text aid in identifying each species. There is also information about each animal's biology, as well as a section on first aid for stings and bites. This guide is perfect for people whose work or recreational activities take them out of doors. (32 pp., 24 color photos)

Cost: $5.00 (buy 100 or more for only $4.00 each)

     


Title: Important Food Items for White-tailed Deer in East Texas

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5000

Thumbnail for Important Food Items for White-tailed Deer in East Texas. Abstract: This 17-inch by 22-inch poster depicts 16 food plants important in the diets of white-tailed deer in East Texas. (16 color photos)

Cost: $2.50


Title: Woody Plants for Wildlife of the Texas Rolling Plains

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5064

Abstract: This poster features color photographs of 10 woody plant species important as food sources for Texas wildlife in the Rolling Plains. These species include skunkbush sumac, redberry juniper, sand shinoak, cottonwood, chittam, sandplum and others.

Cost: $2.00


Title: Important Native Food Plants For East Texas Wildlife

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5068

Abstract: The native plants of East Texas support a diverse population of wildlife. This poster pictures 16 important plants and lists the categories of wildlife each one supports. Wildlife categories include deer, small mammals, game birds and song birds.

Cost: $2.50


Title: Key Seed-Producing Plants for Quail

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5083

Abstract: Quail rely on a variety of plant seeds for food. This poster features color photos of 13 of the most important of these plants, including pigweed, snow-on-the-mountain and giant ragweed. These photos can aid in identifying plants important to quail habitat.

Cost: $2.00


Title: Important Native Food Plants for Waterfowl in East Texas

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5163

Abstract: This 24- x 30-inch color poster identifies 14 common kinds of food plants for waterfowl. The design combines a wood duck with photographs and identifications of the plants.

Cost: $4.25


Title: Texas Wild: Freshwater Sportfish of Texas

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5185

Thumbnail for Texas Wild: Freshwater Sportfish of Texas. Abstract: This full-color poster depicts 10 of the most important freshwater sportfish species of Texas. It is one of a series of posters on Texas wildlife.

Cost: $5.00


Title: Texas Wild: Upland Game Birds of Texas

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5186

Thumbnail for Texas Wild: Upland Game Birds of Texas. Abstract: This full-color poster depicts 10 of the most important upland game birds of Texas. It is one of a series of posters on Texas wildlife.

Cost: $5.00


Title: Texas Wild: Common Snakes of Texas

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5193

Thumbnail for Texas Wild: Common Snakes of Texas. Abstract: The 10 color photos on this poster illustrate some of the most common snake species in Texas. This poster is part of the Texas Wild series.

Cost: $5.00


Title: Texas Wild: Waterfowl

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5209

Abstract: This color poster depicts 10 of the most common waterfowl found in Texas. It is part of the Texas Wild poster series.

Cost: $5.00


Title: Texas Wild: Saltwater Sportfish

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5221

Thumbnail for Texas Wild: Saltwater Sportfish. Abstract: This full-color poster, one of the Texs Wild series, depicts the red snapper, dolphin fish and eight other species of Texas saltwater sportfish. (10 photos)

Cost: $5.00


Title: Texas Wild: Wading Birds

Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: L-5325

Thumbnail for Texas Wild: Wading Birds. Abstract: This 24- by 30-inch poster depicts common wading birds of Texas. Photographs depict the American bittern, black-crowned night-heron, green heron, little blue heron, reddish egret, roseate spoonbill, snowy egret, white ibis and whooping crane. (1 pp., 9 photographs)

Cost: $5.00


Title: Predators in the Classroom--A Primer on Predator Ecology

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-100

Abstract: This four-part set includes a CD-ROM, video, teacher's manual and poster. The materials are to help elementary-age children learn about various predators and their role in the environment.

Cost: $60.00


Title: Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species (CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-109

Thumbnail for Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species (CD). Abstract: This interactive CD is designed to help third- and fourth-graders learn how careful management can help protect endangered species of wildlife. Animals featured include the wild turkey, wood duck, black-footed ferret, shortnose sturgeon, white-tailed deer, alligator, Kemp's Ridley's sea turtle, bald eagle, golden-cheeked warbler, and red-cockaded woodpecker. A delightful combination of images, sounds and animation entertains children and makes learning fun. The CD can be purchased together with the teacher's notebook as product number SP-256.

Cost: $19.95


Title: Something's Fishy (notebook and CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-136

Abstract: The popular "Something's Fishy" program has been used to teach hundreds of Texas students about aquaculture and natural resources. This set contains both the multi-media program on CD and the teacher's curriculum. The CD allows students to work through various exciting learning modules at their own pace. The curriculum notebook contains lesson plans and classroom activities.

Cost: $50.00

This item is currently out of stock


Title: Horned Lizard Mysteries

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: SP-253

Abstract: The horned lizard is an intriguing animal. Once found in many parts of Texas, its population is declining. This CD contains a PowerPoint program with video clip (avi) files on horned lizard biology, behavior and research methods; it is intended for educators to use in developing their own programs about the horned lizard. The program explores possible reasons for the animal's decline.

Cost: $15.00


Title: Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species (notebook)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-255

Abstract: This notebook contains lesson plans to teach third and fourth graders how careful management can help protect endangered species of wildlife. Animals featured include the wild turkey, wood duck, black-footed ferret, shortnose sturgeon, white-tailed deer, alligator, Kemp's Ridley's sea turtle, bald eagle, golden-cheeked warbler, and red-cockaded woodpecker. The lesson plans are TEKS aligned and include TAKS practice questions. Student copies and teacher transparencies are included, along with pre- and post-tests. The notebook can be purchased together with the interactive CD as product number SP-256

Cost: $15.00

This item is currently out of stock


Title: Wildlife Success Stories and Endangered Species (notebook andCD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-256

Abstract: This exciting enrichment program helps third and fourth graders learn how careful management can help protect endangered species of wildlife. Animals featured include the wild turkey, wood duck, black-footed ferret, shortnose sturgeon, white-tailed deer, alligator, Kemp's Ridley's sea turtle, bald eagle, golden-cheeked warbler, and red-cockaded woodpecker. The CD contains a delightful combination of images, sounds and animation to entertain children and make learning fun. The notebook contains lesson plans and classroom activities. The lesson plans are TEKS aligned and include TAKS practice questions. Student copies and teacher transparencies are included, along with pre- and post-tests.

Cost: $30.00

This item is currently out of stock


Title: The World of the White-Tailed Deer (notebook)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-257

Abstract: This notebook contains lesson plans for teachers and fun classroom activities to teach third- and fourth-grade students about white-tailed deer, their biology and habitat, and principles of wildlife management. The notebook can be purchased together with the interactive CD as product number SP-258.

Cost: $15.00


Title: The World of the White-Tailed Deer (notebook and CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-258

Abstract: This curriculum teaches third and fourth grade students about the biology, habitat, and importance of white-tailed deer. The notebook contains lesson plans and classroom activities, while the interactive CD allows students to work through exciting multimedia modules at their own pace.

Cost: $30.00

This item is currently out of stock


Title: City Critters (CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-259

Abstract: Deer in the garden? Raccoons in the trash can? This interactive, multi-media CD features entertaining images, sounds and animation to teach fifth graders about the species of wildlife that share our urban environments. Children work through the modules at their own pace. The CD can be purchased together with the teacher's curriculum as product number SP-261.

Cost: $19.95

This item is currently out of stock


Title: City Critters (notebook)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-260

Abstract: Deer in the garden? Raccoons in the trash can? This enrichment program teaches fifth graders about the species of wildlife that share our urban environment. The notebook contains lesson plans that are TEKS aligned and includes TAKS practice questions. Student copies and teacher transparencies are included, along with copies of the pre- and post-test. The notebook can be purchased together with the interactive, multimedia CD as product number SP-261.

Cost: $39.95


Title: City Critters (notebook and CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-261

Abstract: Deer in the garden? Raccoons in the trash can? This exciting enrichment program teaches fifth graders about the species of wildlife that share our urban environment. The interactive, multi-media CD features entertaining images, sounds and animation. Children work through the modules at their own pace. The notebook contains lesson plans and classroom activities. The lessons are TEKS aligned and include TAKS practice questions. Student copies and teacher transparencies are included, along with pre- and post-tests.

Cost: $50.00


Title: Amphibians of the Brazos Valley

Grade Levels: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: SP-262

Abstract: This laminated, 8 1/2 x 11 guide is a quick reference to amphibians found in the Brazos Valley (including Brazos, Grimes, Washington, Burleson, Madison and Leon Counties), as well as in many other parts of Texas. It features color photos of 29 species, including the Eastern tiger salamander, green tree frog, spring peeper, upland chorus frog, and pickerel frog. (2 pp., 40 color photos)

Cost: $5.00


Title: Snakes of the Brazos Valley

Grade Levels: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: SP-263

Abstract: This 8 1/2- x 11-inch, laminated publication is a quick guide to the snakes found in the Brazos Valley (Brazos, Grimes, Washington, Burleson, Madison and Leon Counties), as well as in many other parts of Texas. It contains color photos of 34 species, including the checkered garter snake, cottonmouth, Texas coralsnake, cornsnake and plain-bellied watersnake. (2 pp., 40 color photos)

Cost: $5.00


Title: Lizards and Turtles of the Brazos Valley

Grade Levels: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

Publication Number: SP-287

Abstract: This laminated, 8 1/2 x 11 guide is a quick reference to lizards and turtles found in the Brazos Valley (including Brazos, Grimes, Washington, Burleson, Madison and Leon Counties), as well as in many other parts of Texas. It features color photos of 29 species, including several species of skinks, the green and brown anole, the common snapping turtle, red-eared slider and many others. (2 pp., 40 color photos)

Cost: $5.00


Title: Something's Fishy (CD)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-67

Abstract: This exciting multi-media program teaches elementary students about aquatic science. As students work their way through the self-paced modules, they learn to identify different species of fish and understand the ecology of aquatic habitats. An accompanying notebook (SP-68) contains lesson plans for the teacher and fun classroom activities. The two items can be purchased together as product number SP-136.

Cost: $19.95


Title: Something's Fishy (notebook)

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-68

Abstract: This notebook serves as a teacher's guide to the Something's Fishy curriculum. It contains lesson plans and fun activities to teach students about fish and aquatic habitats. The notebook can be purchased in combination with the multi-media CD (SP-67) by ordering product number SP-136.

Cost: $39.95

This item is currently out of stock


Title: The World of the White-tailed Deer

Grade Levels: 3-5

Publication Number: SP-99

Abstract: This interactive computer program for third- and fourth-grade students is a fun way for children to learn as they work through the self-paced lessons. The program covers interesting facts about deer, such as favorite foods, antler growth, deer distribution, and deer management. This CD can be purchased with the teacher's curriculum as product number SP-258.

Cost: $19.95

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