Format
1. Introduction to the International Wolf Center and ambassador wolves
2. Description of the Arctic environment, ecosystem, and members of that ecosystem
3. Discussion on wolf adaptations and comparison of different subspecies
4. Question and answer time, with the opportunity to view ambassador wolves live on camera
Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- define the terms “adaptation,” “camouflage,” “predator,” and “prey”
- list several members of the Arctic ecosystem, and classify them as predator or prey species
- explain how specific adaptations aid in wolf survival
- list three specific physical and social adaptations wolves use
- compare and contrast wolf and prey adaptations
Standards Alignment
National Standards
NS.K-4.3 LIFE SCIENCE
As a result of their activities, all students should develop an understanding of:
• The characteristics of organisms
• Life cycles of organisms
• Organisms and environments
NS.5-8.3 LIFE SCIENCE
As a result of their activities, all students should develop an understanding of:
• Structure and function in living systems
• Regulation and behavior
• Populations and ecosystems
• Diversity and adaptations of organisms
NS.K-4.6 and NS.5-8.6 PERSONAL AND SOCIAL PERSPECTIVES
As a result of their activities, all students should develop an understanding of:
• Types of resources
• Changes in environments
• Populations, resources and environments