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Migratory Water Birds II

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Yupiit School District

7

Science

Migratory Water Birds II

Grade

Subject

Unit Title

Students will develop knowledge of migratory water birds.

2 weeks

One-Sentence Summary

Time to Complete

Standard
A) A student should understand scientific facts, concepts, principles, and theories.

Detailed Description
1. Discuss migratory birds and breeding habitats.
2. Review vocabulary in Yup'ik and English
3. Use resources - library, books, video.
4. Write a 1-3 page report on migratory bird of choice.
5. Give a presentation on what was learned from the research.

Task Management Skill
Information: Acquires and uses information

Vocabulary

Loon family:
tuullek-loon
qaqataq-arctic loon
tunutellek-common loon
aarayuli-red necked loon

Grebe Family:
qaleqcuuk- grebe
tusairnaq-grebe

Ducks:
uqsuqerpak-mallard
uqsuqaq-pintail
qatkeggliq-wigeon
curcurpak-shoveler
tengesqaaq-green winged teal
qugyuk- swan
kukumyaq-black scooter

Geese:
lagiq-lesser canadian goose
lagilugpiaq-white front goose
lakcakcaaq-cackeler
kanguq-snow goose
teqiyaaq-mewgull
yungaq-sooty term
kukukuaq-cornmon snipe

EFG
Primary Domain

Detailed Description
1. Discuss migratory birds and breeding habitats.
2. Review vocabulary in Yup'ik and English
3. Use resources - library, books, video.
4. Write a 1-3 page report on migratory bird of choice.
5. Give a presentation on what was learned from the research.

Domain Outcomes

P1. Read to Understand

P2. Complete a Mathematical Analysis

P3. Create a Map, Graph, or Chart

P4. Demonstrate Competency in World Languages

P5. Action research project with a team approach:

P6. Utilize one form of technology:

P7. Develop Creative Expression:

P8. Write a report:

P9. Make an Oral Presentation:

Partnerships

Career Investigations

Community Service Options:

Internet Questions:

Grade7

SubjectScience

Date Created5/21/1997

Unit TitleMigratory Water Birds II

Date Modified3/24/2000

Time to Complete2 weeks

Cultural ConceptThe students will become knowledgable of migratory bird's habitats, and cycles.

Outcome Area
Hunting/Gathering

State Standard
A) A student should understand scientific facts, concepts, principles, and theories.

District Outcome 1:
6. Understand the interrelationship between living things and their environment.

District Outcome 2:

Detailed Description:
1. Discuss migratory birds and breeding habitats.
2. Review vocabulary in Yup'ik and English
3. Use resources - library, books, video.
4. Write a 1-3 page report on migratory bird of choice.
5. Give a presentation on what was learned from the research.

Specific Grading Critieria:
>Do very well on written tests.
> Neatly write research papers.

General Grading Critieria:
> Format and organization

SCAN Skill
Information: Acquires and uses information

Resources
1. Parents, elders, community
2. Materials- Yup'ik dictionary, library books, papers, pencils
3. Information- Fish and Wildlife booklets, The library
4. Equipment- Audio Visual Aids

Specific Grading Critieria>Do very well on written tests.
> Neatly write research papers.

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