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The open book in the image shows a wildlife scene captured in perfect detail. Your task is to design a new page for a wildlife field guide — as if you’re the author, illustrator, and scientist all in one. Writing + Design Task: Field Guide Page Choose one wild animal and create your own field guide entry. Your page must include: A title (the animal’s name) A small sketch or layout idea A short caption (1–2 sentences) describing something interesting about the animal Three quick facts (diet, habitat, size, behavior, or something surprising) A symbol or icon showing whether the animal is endangered, threatened, or safe You can structure your page however you like: book-style, infographic-style, or magazine-style. Extension – Bonus Feature Box Add a “Did You Know?” box with one unusual fact most people don’t know about your animal.

What are some unique features of wild animals that you find interesting?

How can illustrations help us understand more about an animal?

Why is it important to know if an animal is endangered or safe?

What role does an animal’s habitat play in its survival?

How might an animal’s diet affect its behavior and lifestyle?

What surprising facts have you learned about animals in the past?

Why is it valuable to write about animals for a field guide?

What kind of information is most useful in a field guide page?

How can a field guide help scientists and explorers in the wild?

What tools can you use to research and gather information about an animal?