Lesson Plan

Who's in Our Backyard?

Students will explore and identify local wildlife in New England, developing observation skills and learning to connect with nature.

Understanding local wildlife encourages curiosity, environmental stewardship, and deeper connections to their community's natural surroundings.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity

20 minutes

Step 3

Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Cool-Down and Review

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Our Backyard!

Introduce the lesson and set an engaging tone. Explain that today's lesson is about exploring local wildlife in New England. Ask students what they think might be found in their backyards.

Local Wildlife in New England

Introduce examples of local wildlife. Show bright, colorful images to attract the students' attention. Ask questions like 'What do you notice?' or 'What do you think each animal eats?'

Animal Facts & Habitats

Describe a few key facts about each of these animals. Ask students which of these animals they have seen before and discuss their habitats.

Let's Play a Matching Game!

This slide introduces the interactive activity. Explain to the students that they will now match animal pictures with their names or habitats.

Discussion & Reflection

Use these discussion questions to guide the closing discussion. Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Lesson Plan

Who's in Our Backyard?

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

Step 2

Main Activity

Step 3

Discussion

Step 4

Cool-Down and Review

Slide Deck

Welcome to Our Backyard!

Local Wildlife in New England

Animal Facts & Habitats

Let's Play a Matching Game!

Discussion & Reflection

Activity

Discussion

Who's in Our Backyard?

Zach Sullivan