Watch the following video all about what might have happened to the dinosaurs. While you are watching, listen out for the key steps in what scientists think happened.
The Dinosaurs
Find out what scientists think happened to the dinosaurs.
The Dinosaurs
Find out what scientists think happened to the dinosaurs.
Driving Questions
Look at the three Driving Questions below and in your groups, decide which question you would like to answer. Each group can answer the same question or each group can answer different questions. The choice is yours!
- How can we share what we’ve learned about dinosaurs?
- How do scientists discover dinosaurs?
- What would it be like to live in the time of dinosaurs?
Possible Ideas
Dino Day Fossil Dig Dino Drama
How can we share what we’ve learned about dinosaurs?
Possible Idea: Dino Day Event
Activities:
- Plan a themed day with dinosaur-related activities like trivia games, fossil crafts, and a dinosaur dance.
- Create invitations and assign roles like activity leaders or tour guides.
- Reflect on what they enjoyed most and what they learned from the event.
How do scientists discover dinosaurs?
Possible Idea: Dinosaur Fossil Dig
Activities:
- Learn about fossil excavation and create “fossils” using clay or salt dough.
- Bury the fossils in a sandbox or container for classmates to excavate using brushes and tools.
- Discuss what the fossils reveal about the dinosaur’s size, diet, or lifestyle.
What would it be like to live in the time of dinosaurs?
Possible Idea: Dinosaur Drama
Activities:
- Collaborate to write a short play featuring dinosaurs as the main characters.
- Include facts about dinosaur behavior and their environment.
- Create simple costumes or props and perform the play for classmates, parents, or the community.
Thinking Time
What will your group do or make to answer your Driving Question? Use the space below to draw some ideas with your group. Remember to download or save your picture for future use!
Need To Knows
Now that you’ve chosen your question, think about your “Need To Knows.” These are the questions that you need answers to in order to help you answer your Driving Question. Follow the steps below to help you create and refine your questions.
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Old Project Question
For classes using the old unit project, PBL can be integrated with the following Driving Question:
How can we share interesting facts about prehistoric animals with others?