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Pokémon Science: Exploring Birds
Lauren James
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(3,143)
Learn about the taxonomy and biology of birds while also learning about your favorite Pokémon from the popular anime and game. This is a three lesson self-paced course, with one short "bonus" lesson at the end.
Class experience
US Grade 1 - 4
In this course, we'll learn about the taxonomy and characteristics of birds, then delve into the classification of birds, comparing specific species (their appearance and behaviors) to their Pokemon counterparts. Students will also be invited to design their own Pokemon, based on an interesting species of bird that has not yet inspired a "real" Pokemon. This is a self-paced course, which means there is no live component. This course contains 3 main lessons, with one short "bonus lesson" at...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction, Birds of Prey, Game BirdsWe'll start with an introduction to birds and the characteristics they all share. Then we'll discuss some weird birds that would make great Pokémon. Next, we'll explore Game Birds, Birds of Prey, and the Pokémon inspired by them.Week 2Lesson 2Songbirds, Woodpeckers, and Exotic BirdsThis lesson contains a variety of different types of birds, including many types of songbirds, parrots, quetzals, woodpeckers, toucans, and ostriches.Week 3Lesson 3Water BirdsWe cover a bunch of different birds that live near the water and rely on bodies of water for food. This includes waterfowl, seabirds, shorebirds, and penguins.Week 4Lesson 4Bonus LessonThis lesson is a short "bonus lesson." It does not have a video recording. It covers some extra bird Pokémon not included in previous lessons, and a "Make Your Own Pokémon" activity.
By the end of the class, students should be able to: 🐦 List the characteristics that all birds share. 🐦 Distinguish between different birds of prey. 🐦 Name some types of game birds and their Pokémon equivalents. 🐦 Explain why songbirds are called songbirds. 🐦 Describe some of the unique characteristics of parrots, quetzals, and ostriches. 🐦 Point out the characteristics that woodpeckers and toucans share (that tell us they are related). 🐦 Explain the differences between waterbirds, shorebirds, and seabirds. 🐦 Point out some of the unique features of penguins.
I am a certified science teacher in the state of Arizona, with more than a decade of experience teaching children.
Star Educator
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(3,143)
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Self-Paced Class
$8
weekly or $32 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 137 learners
Ages: 6-11
