Common Dolphin Nature Study

 
A Family-Style Marine Mammal Study for Ages 3–15+
Dive into an unforgettable ocean adventure with this detailed unit study on the common dolphin. Designed for multi-age learning and packed with over 100 pages of engaging resources, this study is perfect for homeschooling families looking to explore marine biology, conservation, and animal behavior in an age-appropriate and hands-on way.
 
What’s Included:
Mammal posters and flashcards
Curated dolphin-themed booklist
Fact sheets covering dolphin traits, behavior, and unique features
Life cycle materials: flashcards, cut-and-paste activities, writing prompts, and a life cycle wheel
Anatomy resources: labeling pages, writing/drawing prompts, and function-based fact sheets
Habitat studies with map activities and region-specific information
Scientific classification and taxonomy section, including a spotlight on Carl Linnaeus
Diet and hunting methods explained through posters, fact sheets, and coloring pages
Conservation discussions focusing on threats and how to help
Social structure explorations covering pods, relationships, and dolphin communication
Dolphin Focus STEM activity: Investigating dolphin whistles and communication through games
Nature journaling pages suitable for all ages
Art and sensory projects: build a dolphin habitat diorama, create a diving dolphin craft, and make a themed banner
Recipes: “Banana Dolphins” and “Dolphin Water” to enjoy during your study
Games and puzzles: Crossword, word searches (two levels), and dolphin-themed vocabulary
Cryptography challenges with multiple difficulty levels and answer keys
Dolphin-themed playmat and cut-outs for storytelling, diorama use, or puppet play
 
This monthly club is perfect for homeschool families looking to go beyond textbooks and bring animal science to life in creative, hands-on ways.
 
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