Morning Starters: Summer 1 - Famous Naturalists
Did You Know?
Jane Goodall is a famous naturalist, who is known for her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees in Tanzania. She revolutionised our understanding of primates by documenting their tool use, social behaviours and emotional complexity. She has become a leading voice for wildlife conservation, inspiring global efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats.
Credit: BBC NEWS
Word Challenge
Identify and write the correct spelling each back-to-front word listed below:
- tsilarutan
- statibah
- deregnadne
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the following sentence with alternative expanded noun phrases to the ones underlined.
The intelligent chimp used a slender stick to extract so some juicy termites from their intricate mound.
Number Challenge
The DNA of humans and chimps is very similar.
The photograph below shows a double helix, the shape that carries DNA.
What mathematical things can you say about this shape?
Critical Thinking
Are some animals worth saving more than others? Why do you think this?