Designed For Speed

Synopsis:

Designed for Speed explains why sailfish, cheetahs and peregrine falcons are the fastest animals in water, on land and in the air.

Curriculum link:

Science: Biological sciences – Living things

Key Concepts:

Some animals can move very fast. Fast animals have features that facilitate their quick movement.

Reading Strategies:

Decoding multisyllabic words

Extent:

24

Paired Title:

The Sleeping Prince

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - Designed for Speed / The Sleeping Prince