Ring Tailed Lemur Nature Study
The Ring-Tailed Lemur unit invites your family to learn about one of the most captivating and social animals on Earth. Native only to Madagascar, Ring-Tailed Lemurs are instantly recognizable by their bold black-and-white striped tails, matriarchal troops, and sunbathing habits. This unit brings together science, geography, art, and conservation for an engaging, multi-age learning experience.
Inside this unit, you’ll find:
Core Learning Resources
Posters, flashcards, fact sheets, and maps cover lemur biology, life cycle, anatomy, diet, taxonomy, and habitat. Kids discover why these primates are such important seed-spreaders and how they communicate through scent, sound, and teamwork!Life Cycle & Anatomy Activities
Explore every stage of the lemur’s life cycle with wheels, cut-and-paste pages, and sequencing cards. Anatomy sheets, labeling activities, and drawing prompts bring the science of lemur adaptations to life.
Social Behavior & Conservation
Learn how lemurs live in female-led troops, compete in “stink fights,” and protect their habitats. Conservation sheets, research prompts, and activities encourage children to think about how humans can protect Madagascar’s fragile ecosystems.Creative & Hands-On Extensions
Build a lemur habitat diorama or design a paper chain “striped tail.”
Make a Ring-Tailed Lemur mask and act out troop behaviors.
Enjoy themed recipes like Lemur Fruit Salad and Striped Tail Parfaits.
Play games, complete puzzles, and try cryptography challenges for older learners.
Nature Journaling & Research
Journal pages for multiple age ranges encourage kids to sketch lemurs, write observations, and reflect on what makes this animal unique.Optional Daily Schedule
A suggested 11-day plan is included, but families can choose activities that best fit their learning style, which is perfect with this print at will unit study!
With its mix of science, creativity, and conservation, this unit is a perfect way to introduce children ages 3–15+ to zoology and the importance of protecting endangered species. By joining the Zoology Club, your family receives everything needed to bring the wonder of Madagascar’s Ring-Tailed Lemurs into your homeschool classroom.
Designed for homeschool families who love learning together, this all-ages, hands-on unit is packed with rich educational content, creative activities, and engaging resources for ages 3 to 15+.
This Unit Study Includes:
Range & Mapping
Life Cycle
Anatomy
Diet
Habitat & Conservation
Taxonomy & Classification
Monthly Sighting Log
STEM Activities
Play Activities
Coloring Pages
Nature Journal
Recipes
Crafts
Book List
This unit is designed to make learning about animals exciting, memorable, and meaningful — going far beyond a textbook and into immersive, family-style learning. Whether you're looking to add nature study to your homeschool, focus on animal biology, or just enjoy a deep dive into one of the world's most iconic creatures, this unit is for you!
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