Conservation in the Classroom Archive and Resources
Celebrating the Year of the Tiger
Dr. Tshering Tempa | Program Director of the Bhutan Tiger Center, Bhutan
Tigers are essential in maintaining the health of their ecosystems and when we protect them, we also help protect other forest-dwelling species. This year of the tiger marks a milestone year for tiger conservation, as organizations around the world are working harder than ever to bring awareness to these fascinating big cats. In honor of Endangered Species Day on May 20th, join Dr. Tshering Tempa, tiger conservationist, as he shares highlights from his work protecting tigers and their habitats in the mountains of Bhutan. He’ll discuss different tools and practices used in the field and share ways that you can help protect tigers from where you live.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 4th – 8th
THE BAD GUYS and Their Importance to Biodiversity
Pierre Perifel | The Bad Guys Movie Director and Noelle Guernsey | WWF Northern Great Plains Program Officer
WWF and DreamWorks Animation have teamed up to raise awareness about the plight of the real wildlife depicted in the new animated movie The Bad Guys. Join us for a discussion with the film’s director, Pierre Perifel, and WWF’s Northern Great Plains program officer Noelle Guernsey about how these and other “bad guys” really aren’t bad at all. We’ll learn why animals, from wolves to prairie dogs and black-footed ferrets, are important despite their misguided reputations and why biodiversity is essential for the health of our planet.
Prepare for the session with The Bad Guys Content Pack that includes Wild Classroom activities, puzzle pages, and a Kahoot game.
Suggested grade level: 4th – 8th
Millions of Monarchs: A Journey Through the Monarch Butterfly’s Winter Home
Court Whelan | Chief Sustainability Officer, Natural Habitat Adventures
Deep in the mountains of central Mexico, a strange and wonderous phenomenon occurs each year: millions of monarch butterflies gather in “groves” to spend their winter. Join Court Whelan, scientist, ecotourism guide, photographer and author, on an exploration through the monarch butterfly’s overwintering colonies. Hear from Court first-hand about the journeys he leads, some of his personal discoveries and highlights as an expedition leader, and how you can do your part to care for these remarkable insects in your area.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Protecting the Scaly and Slithery
Arnaud Lyet | WWF-US Wildlife Conservation
When you hear the term ‘endangered species’, what animals come to mind? It may not be animals like crocodiles and snakes, but did you know that over 20% of reptiles are threatened with extinction? Arnaud Lyet is a conservation scientist and an enthusiast of all things scaly and slithery. Join us as he sheds some light on species that shed their skin and why they need our protection.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Don’t Be Trashy: The Plastic Problem
Erin Simon | Senior Director, Plastics, Packaging, and Material Science
Plastic is a material we use every day – it makes our hospitals safer, our food last longer, and our packages lighter to send. But plastic becomes a big problem when it’s thrown away and ends up as trash, which harms the environment and wildlife. At WWF, Erin Simon leads a team who works on solutions to stop the plastic waste crisis. In celebration of International Women in Science Day, join us as Erin breaks down the problem of plastic not breaking down, and what you can do to make sure plastic doesn’t end up in nature.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 4th – 8th
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Bizarre Sharks and Rays
Jasmin Graham | WWF Conservation Leadership Award Winner and President and CEO of Minorities in Shark Sciences
In celebration of International Women in Science Day, join shark scientist, Jasmin Graham, to learn about some of the strangest sharks and rays in our oceans. Participants will learn all about these animals, how Jasmin studies them and how she works to protect them.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Life in a Frozen World: Antarctica
Emily Grilly | WWF Antarctic Program Manager
Take a journey with WWF to the most remote and wild region on the planet – Antarctica. Emily Grilly, WWF’s Antarctic Program Manager, will share her personal experience working with Adelie and gentoo penguins, explain how WWF is working to protect this unique region and the animals that call it home, and also teach you everything she knows about the amazing emperor penguin!
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Our Relationships and Role in an Ecosystem
Monica Rattling Hawk | Native Nations Liaison | Northern Great Plains Program, WWF-US
Monica Rattling Hawk is a Native Nations liaison for WWF-US and a member of the Oglala Lakota Nation. Through her work with WWF, she carries out Indigenous conservation efforts and works to bring the will of her people to the management of their land. During this unique, interactive presentation, Monica will share her story and connection to the Northern Great Plains and will explain to students how they can view their connection to nature from a different perspective, encouraging a sense of empathy.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Helping wildlife in a changing climate
Nikhil Advani | Director of Climate, Communities, and Wildlife
Species all over the world are being affected by changes in weather and climate including heatwaves, drought, and flooding. Join Nikhil to learn what's causing these changes; how animals like one-horned rhinos, African penguins, and tigers are impacted; and what WWF and partners are doing to protect these species. During this livestream, students will be able to ask their questions and learn what it takes to help wildlife in a changing climate.
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 4th – 8th
Leftover Lunch: HOW SAVING FOOD SAVES THE PLANET
Alex Nichols-Vinueza and Julia Borland | WWF Food Waste Team
Each year, up to forty percent of all food produced for people globally is lost or wasted. A significant contributor to this statistic is food waste from school cafeterias. Start your students on the right foot this school year by introducing responsible food habits for them to put into practice every day. Kids will learn the connection between how they treat food and the health of our planet, in hopes that they will think twice before sending their leftover lunch to the garbage. Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
Prepare for the session by downloading the free supplemental material pack for pre– and
post–activities including bell-ringers, worksheets, Kahoot games and Wild Classroom activities.
Suggested grade level: 2nd – 6th
