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Questions and Answers
What does the term 'dino' stand for?
What does the term 'dino' stand for?
- Fast
- Terrible (correct)
- Lizard
- Three
Which of the following dinosaur names means 'three-horned'?
Which of the following dinosaur names means 'three-horned'?
- Brachiosaurus
- Pterodactyl
- Triceratops (correct)
- Velociraptor
What do the components tri and cerat mean in the name 'Triceratops'?
What do the components tri and cerat mean in the name 'Triceratops'?
- Three horns (correct)
- Three lizards
- Fast thief
- Terrible lizard
Which name means 'fast thief' in dinosaur nomenclature?
Which name means 'fast thief' in dinosaur nomenclature?
Which dinosaur is nicknamed 'Kelsey' in Dinosphere?
Which dinosaur is nicknamed 'Kelsey' in Dinosphere?
What can students do if they cannot think of a dinosaur name?
What can students do if they cannot think of a dinosaur name?
What part of a dinosaur's name does 'Triceratops' refer to?
What part of a dinosaur's name does 'Triceratops' refer to?
How should students practice writing dinosaur names?
How should students practice writing dinosaur names?
What is one of the main focuses for students according to the content provided?
What is one of the main focuses for students according to the content provided?
Which of the following is NOT suggested to help students with dinosaur names?
Which of the following is NOT suggested to help students with dinosaur names?
What is the primary focus of the unit described?
What is the primary focus of the unit described?
Where can families find additional dinosaur-themed resources?
Where can families find additional dinosaur-themed resources?
What type of activities does the unit encourage families to participate in?
What type of activities does the unit encourage families to participate in?
What is a suggested resource for new words related to dinosaurs?
What is a suggested resource for new words related to dinosaurs?
What type of materials and resources can educators access for teaching purposes?
What type of materials and resources can educators access for teaching purposes?
Flashcards
Webquest
Webquest
A website that encourages learning through interactive online activities and exploration.
Vocabulosaurus
Vocabulosaurus
A collection of vocabulary words related to a specific topic, like dinosaurs.
Unit
Unit
An educational unit designed to be used in classrooms, families or by individuals.
Dinosaur Farm
Dinosaur Farm
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InfoZone
InfoZone
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Etymology
Etymology
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How are dinosaur names created?
How are dinosaur names created?
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What does a dinosaur's name mean?
What does a dinosaur's name mean?
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Decoding
Decoding
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Dinosaur Naming
Dinosaur Naming
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How do you write dinosaur names?
How do you write dinosaur names?
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Can dinosaur names be broken down into parts?
Can dinosaur names be broken down into parts?
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Greek and Latin Roots in Dinosaur Names
Greek and Latin Roots in Dinosaur Names
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What does Triceratops mean?
What does Triceratops mean?
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Nicknames
Nicknames
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Study Notes
Dinosphere Unit of Study
- This unit is designed for students in kindergarten through grade 2.
- The enduring idea is that fossils are clues about dinosaurs.
- The unit explores different dinosaur types, sizes, and how they lived together.
- It covers how fossils are formed and used to learn about dinosaurs.
- It investigates what happened to the dinosaurs.
- It introduces paleontologists and their work.
- A culminating experience involves creating a Dinosphere model.
Acknowledgments
- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis acknowledges the assistance of various individuals in developing the unit.
- These individuals include educators and writers.
Museum Information
- The museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational experiences for children and families.
- The museum serves people across Indiana and beyond.
- It offers special exhibits, programs, and the infoZone, which provides resources in partnership with the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library.
- The infoZone combines museum resources with library services for students.
- Information can be found via phone, fax or online.
Poems
- A poem called "T.rex Attack" gives a child's perspective on a dinosaur attack.
Table of Contents
- The unit includes detailed content about dinosaurs and fossils.
- Specific sections cover each part, from introduction to culminating experience.
- Each section provides specific examples by grade level.
- Various lessons are categorized by experience, and include details such as page numbers.
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Description
Test your knowledge about dinosaurs with this fun quiz! Explore unique dinosaur names, their meanings, and how to remember them. Perfect for students and dinosaur enthusiasts alike.
