IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE!

1. IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE! Joanna Gandenberger EDU 553 Dr. Stoloff Fall 2004

2. “It’s a Jungle Out There” is a fourth grade thematic unit on jungle animals.

3. “It’s a Jungle Out There” integrates science, social studies, art, mathematics, music, language arts, educational technology, & physical education.

4. Lesson Ideas Activity #1: Art & Educational Technology • Break the class up into four equal groups. • Assign each group to a different jungle animal. • Each group will be responsible for researching four interesting facts and finding pictures of their jungle animal on the internet. • The students will print various pictures of their jungle animal and record the four facts onto a sheet of paper. • The groups will also create a list of the websites used on another sheet of paper. • Each group will use poster paper, scissors, and glue to create a unique collage of their jungle animal pictures. • If they wish, the students can use the pictures as a guide to draw their own interpretations of their jungle animal. These pictures can also be added to the group’s collage. • Each group will write up the interesting facts on their animal either on the poster paper or on a separate sheet of paper that can be attached to the poster. • Once complete, the groups will come back together as a whole class to report and display their research and artwork. They will also discuss any problems they had or helpful hints they found while researching on the internet.

5. Lesson Ideas Activity #2: Art, Music, & Physical Education • Break the students into four equal groups, preferably different groups from the previous activity. • Give each group a copy of the song, “Old MacDonald Had a Farm”. • Each group will re-write the song for jungle animals. • Keep a cassette or CD available of the song for the students in case they need to listen to the music or try out their own song. If possible, find a karaoke version which only plays only the music and not the lyrics. This will be handy for the student performances, as well. • Once the song is complete, the groups should create a corresponding dance routine. • Next, each group should make jungle animal masks using paper plates, tissue paper, glue, paint, markers, feathers & popsicle sticks. • When all the groups have finished their song, dance routine, and animal masks, the performances can begin. • Each group will come in front of the class and perform their routine. • Note: This lesson will take several days to complete.

6. National Standards K-4 Fine Arts Standards: National Standards for Arts Education Music:http://www.education-world.com/standards/national/arts/music/k_4.shtml 1. Singing, Alone and With Others, a Varied Repertoire of Music • Students sing in groups, blending vocal timbres, matching dynamic levels, and responding to the cues of a conductor. • Students sing expressively, with appropriate dynamics, phrasing, and interpretation. 2.Composing and Arranging Music Within Specified Guidelines • Students create and arrange music to accompany readings or dramatizations. Visual Arts:http://www.education-world.com/standards/national/arts/visual_arts/k_4.shtml 1.Understanding and Applying Media, Techniques, and Processes • Students use different media, techniques, and processes to communicate ideas, experiences, and stories. • Students use art materials and tools in a safe and responsible manner. 2. Using Knowledge of Structures and Functions • Students use visual structures and functions of art to communicate ideas.

7. National Standards Con… K-12 Physical Education Standards: NASPE Content Standards http://www.education-world.com/standards/national/nph/pe/k_12.shtml 1.Responsible Behavior • Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings. 2. Respect for Others • Demonstrates understanding and respect for differences among people in physical activity settings. 3. Understanding Challenge • Understands that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction. K-12 Technology Standards:The NETS Project http://www.education-world.com/standards/national/technology/k_12.shtml 1. Basic Operations and Concepts • Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems. 2. Social, Ethical, and Human Issues • Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software. 3. Technology Productivity Tools • Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity. 4. Technology Communications Tools • Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.

8. Jungle Drums By, Graeme Base ISBN: 0810950448 Ages 4-8 Jungle Book List The Jungle Book By, Rudyard Kipling ISBN: 0688099793 Ages 9-12 The Jungle Of Utt: The Utt Jungle Airline Series By, Andrej Krystoforski, Cameron Thomas ISBN: 0921800037 Ages 9-12 Jungle Islands: My South Sea Adventure By, Maria Coffey, Debora Pearson ISBN: 1550375962 Ages 9-12

9. Jungle Book List Con… Vanishing from Forests & Jungles * By, Gail Radley ISBN: 1575055678 * Ages 4-8 Jungles and Forests (Hands on Science) * By, Clint Twist ASIN: 0531173976 * Ages 9-12 Una's Jungle Journey * By, Fred Otis Gibson ISBN: 1883697476 * Ages 9-12 Life Is a Jungle (The Rani Adventures; Bk. 2) * By, Ron Snell ISBN: 0929292855 * Young Adult Jungle(Eyewitness Books) * By, Theresa Greenaway, Geoff Dann ISBN: 0756606934 * Ages 9-12 Rescue in the Mayan Jungle (Time-Stone Travelers, 1) * By, Karla Warkentin, Ron Adair ISBN: 0781440270 * Ages 9-12

10. Online Jungle Resources • http://songsforteaching.com/philrosenthal/inthejungle.htm • http://www.animalpicturesarchive.com/animal/clipart/ • http://www.kbears.com/newframeset.htm?http://www.kbears.com/ borrico/ • http://www.nationalgeographic.com/ • http://teachers.westport.k12.ct.us/resource/jungle_life.htm • http://www.exzooberance.com/ • http://www.junglephotos.com/ • http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/fil/pages/listtheraingi.html • http://www.junglewalk.com/frames.asp