Lesson Plans - "Keep Texas Wild"
The following titles offer teachers background information, activities, vocabulary words and student research from Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine's "Keep Texas Wild" feature.
Water icon indicates water education content.
| Title | Summary | Magazine Issue |
|---|---|---|
| Cave Creatures | Amazing animal communities inhabit Texas caves. | August 2011 |
| Beach Tidings |
Salt water comes and goes, but Texas shores are home to many living things. | July 2011 |
| Awesome Ants | These mighty insects work hard as a team. | June 2011 |
| Star Party | The stars at night are big and bright in West Texas. | May 2011 |
| Conserving Critters | Saving Texas animals makes for a brighter future. | April 2011 |
| Vaqueros and Cowboys | These legends made Texas famous. | March 2011 |
| What Killed Freddy the Fish? |
For fish, the water can hold many dangers. | February 2011 |
| Weather Watch! | What happens here starts in the troposphere. | January 2011 |
| Wondrous Wetlands |
Diversity rules where water meets land. | December 2010 |
| Leave it to Leaves | All living creatures depend on leaves. | November 2010 |
| Bloodsuckers | They drink blood! Learn about the mysteries of these creepy creatures! | October 2010 |
| The Wild Side of the Family | What are the untamed cousins of our pet dogs and cats? This story was written by a fourth-grade guest author! | September 2010 |
| Desert Dwellers | How do animals and plants live with little water? | August 2010 |
| Rivers Rock |
Explore the physical and biological world of rivers. | July 2010 |
| Homegrown Greenery | Learn how native plants are vital to the way we live! | June 2010 |
| Amazing Amphibians | From regenerating tails to breathing through their skin to eyeballs helping them swallow and not to mention metamorphosis -- amphibians are amazing! | May 2010 |
| Honor Roll: Texas Symbols |
Learn the wildlife-related symbols of Texas. | March 2010 |
| Building the West: The Buffalo Soldiers | Learn the 19th-century origins and accomplishments of America's first African American Army regiments. | February 2010 |
| Alien Invaders! | See what happens when non-native, invasive plants and animals get a foothold. | January 2010 |
| One State, Many Places | Few states can claim deserts, prairies, tropical forests, swamps and coastal beaches! | December 2009 |
| Bird Lips | Open wide! Mouths make a big difference in what animals eat. Variety is what keeps an ecosystem healthy! | November 2009 |
| Mysterious Monarchs | From migration to metamorphosis, take a closer look at this amazing insect! | October 2009 |
| Cool School |
Dive into the wet world of fish and have fun learning how and why fish do what they do! | September 2009 |
| S-s-s-snakes Alive! | Snakes are essential to our ecosystem. Learn how snakes manage without paws, claws or a voice. | August 2009 |
| Every Drop Counts |
Water is essential for all life. Will we remember to save some water for wildlife? | July 2009 |
| Turtle Hurdles | On the land and in the water, turtles are one of the most lasting and interesting creatures on Earth! | June 2009 |
| Come Fly With Me | Birds travel across continents to find food, nesting spots and suitable weather. Learn what the difference is between migration and just flying around, how Texas fits in the migration map and some great tips on sharpening your observation skills. | May 2009 |
| What's the Buzzzzz? | Bees are fascinating "engineers" and are critical to people's lives. They are also in peril. Learn how bees do their "bizznezz" and how it helps us as human beings. | April 2009 |
| Nature's Nursery | It's time for a look at wild animal babies! Learn their names and more fun facts. Dig deeper by sharpening your observation and thinking skills. | March 2009 |
| Weird, Wild and Wacky | Why do moths have long tongues? How fast can woodpeckers peck? Discover the weird, wild and wacky adaptations in the wild, and celebrate diversity! | February 2009 |
| Vanishing! | If students think endangered species are only in rain forests or polar ice caps, this section will be an eye-opener. See some rare species and find out how to help some of our rarest plants and animals in Texas from vanishing forever. | January 2009 |
| Animal Homes | Some animals find shelter. Others build it. Some even carry it on their backs. Learn the role of shelter and how wild animals find this essential for survival. | December 2008 |
| Living Off the Land | Early Native American stories show how people have always depended on plants and animals for survival. | November 2008 |
| Hanging Around With Bats | Myths are dispelled as we learn the amazing skills and physiology of bats. | October 2008 |
| Predator vs. Prey | Adaptations of predators offer insight into their roles and challenges. Examples include barn owls and jumping spiders. | September 2008 |