What is Extinction? LESSON

by Dynamic Earth Learning

Price: 500 points or $5 USD

Subjects: science,physicalSciences,lifeScience,earthAndSpaceScience,appliedScience

Grades: 5,6,7

Description: Embedded video lesson on first slide! Then students answer 30 questions. This lesson covers the topic of extinction and the factors contributing to it. It explains that extinction is the process of a species no longer existing and highlights human behavior as a major factor in wildlife population decline. It mentions habitat destruction, invasive species, pollution, population growth, and overharvesting as the main reasons for extinction, using the acronym HIPPO to remember them. The importance of protecting species and maintaining ecosystems is emphasized, as each species plays a role within its habitat and the larger ecosystem. The lesson concludes by raising the question of how individuals can help protect endangered species.