Ivory Wars in Africa 6-E Lesson | Elephant Poaching and Conservation | Microsoft
Just say, “elephants”, and your class will be hooked! This lesson examines illegal ivory poaching in Africa and examines its effects on our world. The activities are engaging for students & the guided, 5-E format is easy for you to use! Begin with a “4 Pics, 1 Word” warm-up activity, then explore “10 Facts about African Elephants”. Fill-in notes & practice activities accompany the lesson. Investigate poaching & conservation efforts with a video response activity. Next, students read and answer questions about the news article, “The Ivory War”. Assess learning with an exit ticket quiz. Extend the lesson with a fun, “Create Propaganda” Influencer Project that students love! Your purchase has editable, print & interactive, digital versions of the materials. Made for traditional in-class learning or digital 1:1 classrooms. Everything you need is included!
Includes Microsoft Resources: Digital & Print
- Guided 6-E PowerPoint Lesson
- Fill-in Notes
- Reading Comp Activity
- Exit Ticket Quiz
- Project Directions & Rubric
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Reference Guide
6-E Guided Lesson:
- Engage: “4 Pics, 1 Word” Warm-up Activity
- Explore: “Say Something…” Activity - 10 Facts about African Elephants
- Explain: Investigate Poaching Activity
- Elaborate: “The Ivory Wars” Reading Comp Activity
- Evaluate: Exit Ticket Quiz
- Extend: “Create Propaganda” Influencer Project
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS
Total Pages: 79
Time: 60 Minutes
Grades: 6-12