Polar Bear Adaptations
Grade 9th Grade · Science · 88 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can analyze the adaptations of polar bears to their Arctic environment.
Warm-Up Video
BBC Earth · 4:18
Polar Bears: Masters Of The Snow | Snow Animals | BBC Earth
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Polar bears have a thick layer of fat, about 10 centimeters thick, to keep them warm in the Arctic.
- 2
A polar bear's sense of smell is about 100 times stronger than a human's, helping them to hunt seals under the ice.
- 3
Polar bears have large paws, about 30 centimeters across, with soft bumps for grip, which act like built-in snowshoes.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer & True/false & Fill in the blank
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe two adaptations of polar bears that help them survive in the Arctic environment, explaining how each adaptation contributes to their survival.”
Complete Lesson Package
Get all 3 ready-to-use resources:
