To celebrate World Turtle Day (23rd May) The Galapagos Conservation Trust will be giving out activity sheets at ZSL London Zoo. Alternatively, you can print off your own before your visit!
Discovering Galapagos
Discover the Galapagos Islands with ZSL and the Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT). We have teamed up to design a comprehensive teacher resource pack to enable you and your upper KS2 or KS3 class to discover more about the incredible Galapagos Islands and the unique wildlife that lives there.
KS2 Tortoise Trackers at ZSL (1.21 MB) Analyse how the tortoises at ZSL London Zoo react to different weather conditions.
KS2 Tortoise Shapes and Sizes (1.21 MB) Examine the size and shape of the tortoises at ZSL London Zoo and determine how these adaptations help the species survive in the wild.
KS3 Tortoise Trackers at ZSL (1.13 MB) Critically analyse the reactions of the ZSL London Zoo tortoises to UV light and draw conclusions from the data collected.
KS3 Tortoise Shapes and Sizes (1.22 MB) An advanced look at the adaptations of the tortoise and the influences of Climate Change on the Galapagos Islands.
Visit www.discoveringgalapagos.org.uk/teacher-zone for full curriculum links, resources and lesson plans.
If you have questions or comments about these resources please contact learning@zsl.org.
Contact our Supporter Services team on 0344 967 0831 to book your school trip now.
