Activity Overview
Where Do Polar Bears Live? shares many interesting facts about polar bears. Students will compile these facts and illustrate them using in a storyboard. For an added touch, students can compile more facts using other books or the Internet.
Example Polar Bear Facts
- "When this polar bear cub is full grown, he will be the biggest hunter on land. If he stood on his hind legs, his head would brush the ceiling of your living room."
- "He will weigh as much as three tigers."
- "Polar bears get too hot more easily than they get too cold. They stretch out on the ice to cool off."
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Write the fact number in the headings.
- Write facts about polar bears in the descriptions.
- Illustrate each description using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Activity Overview
Where Do Polar Bears Live? shares many interesting facts about polar bears. Students will compile these facts and illustrate them using in a storyboard. For an added touch, students can compile more facts using other books or the Internet.
Example Polar Bear Facts
- "When this polar bear cub is full grown, he will be the biggest hunter on land. If he stood on his hind legs, his head would brush the ceiling of your living room."
- "He will weigh as much as three tigers."
- "Polar bears get too hot more easily than they get too cold. They stretch out on the ice to cool off."
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Write the fact number in the headings.
- Write facts about polar bears in the descriptions.
- Illustrate each description using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
How Tos about Polar Bear Facts
Create a Polar Bear Fact Hunt for your classroom
Engage students by setting up a Polar Bear Fact Hunt around your room. Hide fact cards in different locations and give each student a clipboard and worksheet. As students find each card, they write down the fact and its number. This activity encourages movement and reinforces fact recall in a fun, interactive way.
Prepare fact cards with key polar bear information
Write simple fact statements about polar bears on individual cards. Use bold print and add a fun picture or symbol for each. Number each card clearly so students can match them to their worksheets. Keep facts age-appropriate and concise for grades 2–8.
Hide the fact cards in creative classroom spots
Place cards in easy-to-find but varied locations—under books, on the whiteboard, near windows, or taped under desks. Mix up the heights and areas to make the hunt exciting and accessible for all students.
Review the facts together as a class
Gather students after the hunt and ask them to share the facts they found. Discuss each fact, clarifying details and encouraging students to connect the information to what they already know. This reinforces comprehension and builds confidence.
Extend learning with a creative illustration challenge
Invite students to choose their favorite polar bear fact and draw a detailed illustration of it. Display the drawings with their corresponding facts on a classroom bulletin board. This blends science with art and deepens understanding through creative expression.
Frequently Asked Questions about Polar Bear Facts
What are some interesting facts about polar bears for kids?
Polar bears are the largest land hunters, can weigh as much as three tigers, and get hot more easily than cold. They often stretch out on the ice to cool off!
How can students create a storyboard about polar bears?
Students can make a polar bear storyboard by listing facts, writing each fact as a heading with a description, and drawing scenes or characters to illustrate each one.
Why do polar bears stretch out on the ice?
Polar bears stretch out on the ice to cool off because they overheat more easily than they get cold, thanks to their thick fur and fat layers.
What is a simple classroom activity to teach about polar bears?
A great classroom activity is to have students research polar bear facts, write them down, and illustrate each fact in a creative storyboard format, either individually or with a partner.
Where do polar bears live in the wild?
Polar bears live in the Arctic regions, mainly on sea ice where they hunt for seals and other prey.
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