Morning Starters: Autumn 1 - Teamwork
Did You Know?
Using trust, encouragement, organisation and respect, the Arctic wolves of Ellesmere Island work effectively in packs to hunt large prey like the mighty musk ox. However, musk oxen are skilled team players too! When a calf is separated, the herd forms a powerful wall, showing courage and strength to protect their young. It’s teamwork on both sides of the hunt!
Where in the world is Ellesmere Island? Click the 🌍
Credit: BBC One - Planet Earth III
Word Challenge
List the 4-syllable words that appear in the ‘Did You Know?’ paragraph.
Example: en-cour-age-ment.
Grammar Challenge
Write a sentence about an Arctic wolf’s appearance that includes a simile.
Example:
Its eyes sparkled like diamonds in the snow, sharp and clear against the endless white.
Number Challenge
Fact: An adult musk ox weighs around 285 kg.
Reach a target of 285 by using some (or all) of the 4 operations and the following numbers:
Help: Partition the target number first.
Critical Thinking
What is similar and what is different about an Arctic wolf and a pet dog?