WHICH ANIMAL WILL MAKE THE BEST CLASS PET?

Miss Diaz2nd Grade

Class

DON’T FALL ASLEEP! HERE IS WHERE THE FUN BEGINS!!!

We need to know certain facts about several different animals in order for us to tell which animal makes the best pet for our class. Let’s investigate our options

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF BIRDS

Birds Facts

However, with the right type of bird care, it is possible to help your bird to enjoy a long, healthy life as a member of your household. In this case… Your classroom!

For the most part, birds in captivity tend to live shorter lives than birds in the wild, due to many people neglecting to give their birds proper pet care attention.

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF MICE

Mice Facts

The best way to increase a mouse's lifespan (or prevent yourself shortening it) is to:•Keep your mouse out of direct draughts and sunlight •Make sure the mice are in a room that is warm enough, usually the average room temperature of 21 degrees Celsius is fine. •Do not expose your mice to loud noise and/or stress •Do not overfeed your mice or give them too many fatty foods: as with humans and other animals, obesity puts a strain on the heart and shortens lifespan. •Feed a balanced diet and supply water soluble vitamins if necessary. •Always seek appropriate vet treatment at the earliest opportunity for any problems. Make regular health checks to make sure your mice are well. •Make your mouse's life fun! This could be with toys, other mice companions, and of course you!

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF BUTTERFLIES

Butterflies Facts

The typical lifespan of a butterfly is regarded as 20 to 40 days. The minimum lifespan of a butterfly is just for three to four days. Although the maximum regarded as life of a butterfly is 12 months. These had been the typical, maximum and minimum lifespan of a butterfly. Given below are the 4 life stages with the butterfly, and much more facts on lifespan of a butterfly!

Fish facts

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF FISH

Fish length and life span will vary depending on tank conditions.

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF SNAKES

Snakes Facts

Often we don’t appreciate how long a snake can live when housed in ideal conditions. The pet shops and breeders rarely ever tell us just how much of commitment it really is to care for a snake over the full course of its life.

Fact is that snakes (as well as other reptiles) can live long, long lives especially when you compare it to that of other common household pets like cats, dogs, and ferrets.

LIFE CYCLE, LIFE SPAN, AND INTERESTING FACTS… OF A FROG

Frogs Facts

Frogs in captivity are quite long lived (with proper care), so be prepared for a long term commitment. Average life spans are typically 4-15 years, although some have been known to live longer.

SECOND GRADE CALIFORNIA STATE STANDARDS

Life Sciences

2. Plants and animals have predictable life cycles. As a basis for understanding this concept:

b. Students know the sequential stages of life cycles are different for different animals, such as butterflies, frogs, and mice.

SOURCES

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/ http://www.pestworldforkids.org/guide.html http://www.kidsbutterfly.org/life-cycle http://www.fancymice.info/index.htm http://

www.wildbirds.com/Home/tabid/36/Default.aspx

http://www.petplace.com/ http://pet-snakes.com/ http://

www.tooter4kids.com/Frogs/Frog_Index.htm