Elephants and Water

Today we studied how elephants use water. You will often find elephants around the waterhole. We made a simulated waterhole in a dishpan.

Squirting Water to Cool Off and Take Baths
The boys used pipettes to squirt water, simulating how elephants use their trunks to suck up and squirt water.
Digging For Water
Elephants also use their tusks to dig for water during times of drought.
Mud Baths
Mud serves as a sunscreen/insect repellant to protect the elephant's skin.





    Sources: GEMS: Elephants and their Young
    Grades Preschool-1
    4 Activities
    100 Pages

    In these playful and interesting activities, young children learn all about the African elephant, its unique body structure, and its fascinating social behaviors. Activities on elephant tusks, trunks, feet, and families involve young children in learning basic science concepts through art, drama, and role-playing. Mathematics and physical science concepts include measurement, weight, volume, and comparisons of many kinds. Children also learn about elephant conservation efforts.

Popular Posts