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Far away on the continent of Africa, a large herd of over one million animals is traveling in a great loop as part of a yearly ritual of survival. The “great migration of the gnus” is big news! Discover the gnus’ migration pattern while learning physical features that distinguish the gnu from other members of the antelope family. Unscramble letters to identify more familiar animal cousins of the gnu. Test out your artistic skills by drawing your own version of this roaming animal. Take a safari through the “gnus-paper” to locate a list of hidden items, but watch out for the hungry crocodile that lies in wait to create travel troubles for the gnu! Did your journey through this issue bring you safely back home? Who gnu?
In this issue students will:
- read informational text about gnus
- understand migration
- read about structures and instincts that aid in gnu survival
- find similarities and differences in common objects by using careful observation
- unscramble letters to spell words
- follow visual instructions to draw
- use the newspaper for a scavenger hunt
- learn about migration dangers
- write about your amazing life
- look through the newspaper for examples of diversity in your community
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