Iowa Public Television

Join a naturalist from the Warren County Conservation Board to investigate a variety of animal habitats and discuss the importance of preserving these fragile environments. The presenter defines 'habitat' and describes the wildlife and habitats found in Iowa. Photos and animal mounts are used throughout the presentation. We'll also sing a song about habitats.

This interactive program also allows time for student questions so please come prepared.

Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the book Animal Homes or alternate title for their classroom libraries.

Check the K-12 Calendar for the following Warren County Conservation Board ICN events:

• Amphibians and Reptiles
• All About Owls
• Winter Birds in Iowa
• RAAD: The Lorax
• Reading with a Naturalist
• Interesting Insects
• Pond Life

Session Related Web sites:

• Warren County Conservation Board
• EnchantedLearning.com - Learn everything about mammals including definition, descriptions, and extreme mammals (fastest, tallest, etc.)
• National Geographic Creature Feature-Learn more about animals and their habitats through videos, pictures and text.

Related Lesson Plans and Units:

Do a Thinkfinity Search :

1. Search for: habitats
2. Limit Subjects to: science
3. Limit search to appropriate grade level.
4. Click on the 'Search' button to view results.

PBS Teachers (http://www.pbs.org/Teachers) - PBS Teachers offers free lesson plans, professional development and more for preK-12 educators.

Are you new to the ICN experience? If so, take a moment to view the IPTV K-12 Connections Frequently Asked Questions and Keys to a Successful Session.

Classroom Resources:

The following related programs are available on IPTV's broadcast or from the AEAs: (Check the K-12 Classroom Television (www.iptv.org/k12catalog) Web site for broadcast dates and times.)

• BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY (Grade Level: 4-12)
• REAL SCIENCE(Grade Level: 5-10)
• DRAGONFLY TV (Grade Level: 2-5)
• LAND BETWEEN TWO RIVERS (Grade Level:4-9)

Check out the Classroom Resources for additional materials prepared and compiled by IPTV K-12 Connections staff.

Only twelve interactive sites are scheduled for each session. Videotaping is NOT available.

Sessions are provided at no cost to PK-12 students and the adults working with or on behalf of PK-12 students in Iowa.