Middle School Scientists: Glacier Bay Bears

Middle School Scientists-Bears!

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Research is easier than you might think! We are all researchers. Every time we ask a question, we gather information to help make good decisions. Come find out how Glacier Bay researchers are making good decisions for your national park with the following curriculum. Enjoy!

Researchers at Glacier Bay study natural, historical, geological, and cultural resources, in order to make well informed management decisions based on solid data. The Middle School Scientists Project was designed to help teachers and students learn and appreciate the value and importance of this research and how it helps fulfill the NPS Mission.

 

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  Studying Glacier Bay Bears

  follow glacier bay researchers as they learn about black and brown bears.

  Duration:

  8 minutes, 50 seconds

 

Glacier Bay Bears Curriculum
There are three great lesson plans to share with your students:

1. Name that Bear
2. What's the Scoop on Poop?
3. Be Bear Aware

 

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