Science
Animals of the World
Conceptual
7–9 yrs
Savanna & Grassland Animals
草原与热带稀树草原动物
Description
Explore animals of the grasslands and savanna — lions, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, cheetahs in African savanna; bison and prairie dogs in American grasslands — understanding why large herds form on open grasslands and how predators and prey interact in these wide-open spaces
Mastery Evidence
- Names at least 5 grassland/savanna animals
- Explains that herding provides safety in numbers against predators
- Describes the predator-prey relationship (e.g., lions hunt zebras)
- Knows grasslands/savannas are wide-open habitats with few trees
Assessment Prompt
If your child sees pictures of the African savanna, can they name at least four animals that live there and explain why some animals like zebras live in large herds?
