Elephant Shrew Twins

Teaching overview

Scientists set sail on the most advanced research ship ever built to discover new ocean life.
Europe’s largest elephant shrew colony in Vienna Zoo welcomes twins.
Scientists have created Ozmo, a window cleaning robot, to help keep skyscrapers clean.

Catch up with this week's episode on YouTube by clicking the button below! The Kahoot quiz is available in the YouTube video description.

What is the name of the submarine onboard Falkor (too) that will search for new ocean life?
As well as scientists, who else is onboard Falkor (too) to help bring science to a wider audience?
Can you name any rare species that have been discovered deep in the ocean?

What is the name of the window cleaning robot?
What else do scientists hope that window cleaning robots will also be able to do one day?
Can you think of any other dangerous tasks that robots already help with?

Use these resources to get the most out of the news update and engage your class in topical science!

Video Viewing Guide

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Make Your Own Science News Update

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Language and Literacy Activities

This guide gives you ideas for how the news update can be used to support language and literacy activities.

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