Using segments from NATURE's "The Wolf that Changed America" students will explore 19th century attitudes toward wolves in the western United States. (Grades 9-12)
Wolf
Conservation Nation: Lesson Overivew
From Wolf to Dog: Lesson Overview
During this video-enhanced lesson, using clips from NATURE's "Dogs that Changed the World," students will learn that all dogs came from one ancestor- the wolf. (Grades 5-8)
Man’s Best Friend: Lesson Overview
During this video-enhanced lesson, students will learn about dogs' senses and how they compare to those of human smell and hearing. (Grades 5-8)
Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf?: Lesson
In this lesson, students will use their observation skills and primary sources to learn how wolves communicate. Students will also study the complexities of the wolf and write a story that will help dispel the idea that wolves are inherently "good" or "evil."
Wolves: Friend or Foe?: Lesson
In this lesson, students will create an informational program to educate people as to the benefits of the wolves' presence in the Yellowstone ecosystem.









