Study of the Armadillo: Combining Biology, Technology, Art, and Geography

GeoLiteracy
Lesson Plan Content
Description: 
Armadillos are well suited to the climates of multiple locations in southeastern U.S. However, due to climate change, they are migrating north. In this lesson, students will learn about the armadillo and its expanding habitat. They will then go on to create an art project using the armadillo as a focus.
Author: 
Patricia J Young
Grade Range: 
High School
Duration: 
1+ class periods
Lesson Materials
Teacher Instructions: 
Materials to Assist Teachers and English Language Learners: 
Standards
National Geography Standards: 
1: How to use maps and other geographic representations, tools, and technologies to acquire, process, and report information
8: The characteristics and distribution of ecosystems on Earth's surface