The dodo was discovered by Dutch soldiers on an island in the Indian Ocean around 1600. It became extinct less than 80 years later due to deforestation, hunting, and the destruction of their nests by animals introduced to the island by the Dutch.

Spark your thinking!

1. Set up your science mini spark recording page: #18: Dodo Discovery 

2. Watch this video. Record 8 details on your recording page.

3. On our recording g page,  choosed two questions to answer. Please use 3-5 thoughtful sentences for each one.

• Describe the origin of dodos as explained in the video.
• How did dodos adapt to their environment on the island of Mauritius?
• Discuss the factors that contributed to the downfall of dodos.
• How did human activities, such as the arrival of Dutch sailors, impact the dodo population?
• In what ways did the dodo prove to be a survivor on its island home before facing extinction?
• How did the introduction of invasive species contribute to the decline of dodos and other Mauritian animals?
• Reflecting on the extinction of the dodo, what larger lesson can be learned about human impact on wildlife?

4. Take a trip to visit Google arts and Culture and learn more about the dodo.  Scroll down slowly and read all of the information. There is so much to learn. Record your 3 favorite ideas on your recording sheet.

5. Share your science mini spark recording page with your teacher/EY coordinator.