Vultures
Predators MC Series
What’s inside...
Describes vultures, their habits, where they live, how they defend themselves, and how they are endangered by humans. Discover nature's deadliest killers with a dramatic look at the animal kingdom's fiercest animals. Each title in the series takes a different predator and provides an exciting insight into their world through amazing photographs and fascinating text. Features include aspects of the animals from hunting to caring for their young, as well as a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-9
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the vultures feel when they soar high in the sky?
Why do you think vultures are important to the environment?
How do you think the world would be different without vultures?
What did you learn about the way vultures live and interact with each other?
If you could ask a vulture one question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine flying like a vulture and describe what they see from above.
Discuss the role of vultures in the ecosystem and why every animal is important for maintaining balance.
After reading, ask your child to draw a scene from the book and explain what's happening.
Share your thoughts on how people sometimes misunderstand vultures and explore ways we can help protect them.
Connect the book's themes to broader topics, such as environmental conservation and the importance of biodiversity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Ecosystems
Explanation: The book 'Vultures' explains how vultures play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems by acting as nature's cleanup crew.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of every creature in the ecosystem and develop respect for all forms of life, understanding that each has a unique role to play in the health of the planet.
Example Lesson: The Cycle of Life
Explanation: Through its detailed portrayal of vultures' feeding behavior, the book introduces the concept of the life cycle, including birth, growth, decay, and rebirth in nature.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand and come to terms with the natural processes of life and death, fostering a more comprehensive understanding of the world around them.
Example Lesson: Conservation and Environmental Protection
Explanation: Jinny Johnson highlights the threats faced by vultures, including habitat loss and poisoning, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to think about human impact on wildlife, promoting actions like recycling, not littering, and supporting wildlife conservation programs to protect such important species.
Example Lesson: The Value of Patience
Explanation: The book describes how vultures might wait for the right moment to feed, showcasing the importance of patience.
Real-World Application: Children learn that patience can be vital in obtaining the right outcomes and that sometimes waiting can be more beneficial than rushing into situations.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Adaptability
Explanation: Vultures are depicted adapting to various environments and surviving despite challenges, which highlights their resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges, a vital skill in everyday life challenges and changes.