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How do scientists learn about wild animals?

From Mystery Doug

How do scientists learn about wild animals?
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "How do scientists learn about wild animals?" -- and follows the clues. Scientists study wild animals with tracking tags, hidden cameras, and patient hours of watching from a safe distance. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "How do scientists learn about wild animals?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about track, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: track, observe, wildlife.

Try it: Explain the answer to "How do scientists learn about wild animals?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.

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