Save the Species Challenge

Duration: Four sessions, 60 minutes each

Grade Levels: 7-12

Develop a solution that assists governments in protecting species in designated areas.
Resources

Lesson Plan PDF

Student Booklets

Black Rhinos

Orangutans

Red Knots

Sharks

 

Videos: Smart Parks

Problem

Solution

Impact

Videos: Wild Me

The Innovators

Problem

Solution

Impact

 

Grade Levels: 7-12

Duration: Four sessions, 60 minutes each

Concepts/Skills: Environment, brainstorming, problem-solving, communication, conservation, systems design

Objectives:

  • Identify a specific problem within the complex needs of an endangered species.
  • Create solutions that address the needs of a protected area.
  • Refine their solution based on feedback from another team.
  • Present their ideas to communicate the need addressed, their solution and the impact.