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In this activity, learners explore dinosaur skeletons and anatomy. Learners make observations about a T. rex skeleton diagram and then measure the skeleton length and width. Learners also match up toothpicks and craft sticks to the bones on the diagram, while using centimeter rulers to help get the right sizes. Next, learners place the diagram under a blank piece of paper and glue the toothpicks and craft sticks to build a model of the skeleton. Learners can alternatively use wire and clay to make a 3-D model of their dinosaurs. This activity is featured on page 41 of the "Dinosphere" unit of study for K-2 learners and is written as a bonus activity to be used at the end of a unit on dinosaurs and fossils.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 8
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Drawings and skeleton diagram of a Tyrannosaurus rex (pp. 59-65 of PDF)
- Wooden toothpicks
- Craft sticks
- Centimeter rulers
- Copy paper
- Glue
- Dino Diaries (pp. 113-116)
- Wire, clay, pipe cleaners, bell wire, goggles (optional)
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth's History
- Fossils
- Dinosaurs
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Earth's History
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Life Sciences
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Diversity of Life
- Animals
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Evolution
- History of Life
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Diversity of Life
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Mathematics
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Size and Scale
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Measurement
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Arts and Crafts
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Dinosphere Exhibit Development Team, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis; Crosslin, Rick ; Fortney, Mary
Rights:
- All rights reserved, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, 2004