Fighting Extinction - Investigating Zoos

Students investigate the role of conservation in zoos. They begin by finding out what conservation is and then look at a case study of the Eastern Barred Bandicoot. They then investigate animals and conservation further by working in groups to research an animal involved in a conservation program (if you are planning to visit a zoo after this lesson, then this animal can be found at the zoo you are visiting – alternative materials have been provided for those not visiting a zoo). Finally, students create an artwork of this animal in its natural habitat to share with classmates.