Hacking Hybrids: Genetics, Adaptations, Grolar Bears, and more!

Polar bears are uniquely adapted to their Arctic habitat, but how, when, where, and why? Advances in genetics can help us understand when and how polar bears came to be, why hybrids occur, and what might come next. Join us to learn how unlocking the polar bears’ genetic code can help us better understand, and protect, the species.

Gr. 8-12

Curriculum:

• All About the Bears Presentation (K-4)

• All About Polar Bears Presentation  (Gr. 5+)

• Polar Bear Facts Handout (All Ages)

• Polar Bear Adaptation Matching Game (Gr 3-5)

• Food, Water, Shelter, Space (Gr. 3)

• Polar Bears and Energy (Math, Gr. 6/7)

• Arctic Biodiversity (Gr 4-8)

• Diet & Prey

• What Makes a Polar Bear…a Polar Bear?

Website:

• Pizzlies, Grolars – Why Hybrid Grizzly Polar Bears Aren't The Answer

• Polar Bear Adaptations

• Adaptations & Characteristics

• Why Do Polar Bears Have Black Skin?