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Preparing Students for a BioBlitzBioBlitz

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Help kids prepare for the BioBlitz by introducing essential skills and terms. Each Skillbuilder includes a student reading and an educator's page with keyword definitions and a practice activity.

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Skillbuilders

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What is a BioBlitz? (PDF)

Find out what it’s like to participate in a BioBlitz event and how species inventories increase awareness about biodiversity. Then create a poster or announcement for an upcoming event.

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Identifying Species (PDF)

There are millions of species on Earth. Learn how scientists identify species they observe in the field and then try it in your own backyard.

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Observing & Recording (PDF)

Discover how scientists make observations and how they record them. Then take a turn practicing these skills in preparation for the big event.

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Mapping (PDF)

Discover how maps tell a story about a place by showing patterns of what-and-where, and then practice by making a map of your world.

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Glossary (PDF)

Defines scientific and geographic terms used in these resources.

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Pocket Guide (PDF)

Print, fold, and carry this one-page overview of key skills.

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