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How To Write An Animal Report

Are you writing animal reports with your students? Want an easy step-by-step process to support your students? Check out this simple process.

Steps On How To Write An Animal Report

There are  seven steps (with an optional 8th step) to follow when teaching your students to write an animal report. The steps are:

• Choose Your Animal
• Research Your Animal
• Make Jot Notes
• Write a Draft
• Revise and Edit
• Write a Good Copy
• Illustrate Report
• Assess Report (Optional)

How To Write An Animal Report Writing Objectives

In this writing activity students will:

• conduct research to find out about their animals,
• write sentences that contain important information, and
• create reports that provide information to their readers.

Materials For Animal Research Activity

Here are the files you’ll need for the animal research report writing activity:

• Animal Topic Cards (FREE)
• Animal Report Writing Posters – Black and White (FREE)
• Animal Report Writing Posters – Color (Members Only)
• Jot Note Templates (FREE)
• Animal Report – Draft Templates (FREE)
• Animal Report – Final Copy Templates Primary Lines (FREE)
• Animal Report – Final Copy Templates Regular Lines (FREE)
• Animal Report – Cover (FREE)
• Editing Checklist 1 – Black and White (FREE)
• Editing Checklist 1 – Color (Members Only)
• Editing Checklist 2 – Black and White (FREE)
• Editing Checklist 2 – Color (Members Only)
• Editing Checklist 3 – Black and White (FREE)
• Editing Checklist 3 – Color (Members Only)
• Editing Checklist 4 – Black and White (FREE)
• Editing Checklist 4 – Color (Members Only)
• Report Writing Rubric – Black and White  (FREE)
• Report Writing Rubric – Color (Members Only)
• Writing Mechanics Rubric – Black and White (FREE)
• Writing Mechanics Rubric – Color (Members Only)

Directions For Report Writing Activity

Step one: choose topic for animal report.

To begin, students choose an animal for their report. There are different ways that students can choose the topic for their animal reports. Students can:

• choose their own topic.
• pick an animal out of a hat.
• be assigned an animal.

Step Two: Research Animal For Report

Next, students can use different sources to find information about their animals depending on the resources you have available. Students can use:

• websites such as  National Geographic For Kids  and  San Diego Zoo ,
• magazines, and
• trading cards.

*** These jot notes are a part of the animal report found in the Teaching With a Touch of Honey Writing Club.

Step Three: Make Jot Notes On Animal Research Report Template

Students look through the sources and make notes about the information they find. Making jot notes is a difficult skill for students to master. Provide your students with jot note templates to support them with this process. Students can write one category that they are researching on each template. Categories may include:

• Description
• Family or Life Cycle
• Other Interesting Facts

Step Four: Write A Draft Copy of Animal Report

Once students have finished writing their jot notes, they can write their draft reports. Students take the information they have gathered on their jot note templates and make them into paragraphs for their reports.

Give students a draft template for each category they researched. If they found information on all six categories, provide students with 6 draft templates. Students write the category at that top of the draft template and then use their jot notes to write their paragraphs.

Step Five: Revise and Edit Animal Report

Next, students revise and edit their reports. Teachers can support their students as they revise and edit with differentiated writing checklists. Choose a checklist that matches the individual learning needs of your students. Students work through the checklist to make their writing better. 

Step Six: Write Animal Report Good Copy

After students edit and revise their draft reports, they’re ready to write the good copy of their report. Students can use the final copy templates to write their good copy of their report.

Step Seven: Illustrate Animal Research Report

The last step of the report writing process is adding illustrations to the final copy templates to enhance what students have written in their reports.

Step Eight: Assess Report (Optional)

An optional step of the report writing process is to assess the work done by the students. This can be accomplished through self, peer, and teacher assessments. Rubrics could also be used.

Differentiated Instruction Ideas

There are different ways you can differentiate this activity in your classroom.

• Draft Templates: There are 3 different draft templates provided for each of the writing activities. You can provide each student with a copy of the draft template that matches their learning needs. The templates look similar but require students to provide a different number of details in their story.
• Number of Categories and Facts:
• Partner Writing: Studnets
• Provide Choice: Let students choose the animal they research.
• Editing Bookmarks: There are 4 different editing bookmarks. Provide each student with a copy of the bookmark that matches their learning needs. The bookmarks are similar but include a different number of editing skills.

What Teachers are Saying About the Animal Report Writing Activity:

❤️ “This is a well planned out project. I invited my students to select an animal from the list that they wanted to learn about. Then over three weeks in the computer lab, they were charged with learning about their animal and took notes on the pages provided. Their final project was written and they received a writing grade for their hard work. My principal said she really like this project. Thank you!”  – Peggy R.

❤️ “I am using this for our research/informational writing unit. I love how there are differentiated pages for learners of all types, visual steps of the process, and the rubrics at the end!” – Kristin Y. 

❤️ “My students were able to use this resource with little help. It is well organized and gives them step by step guidance. I look forward to using it again this year.”  – JoAnne V. 

❤️ “ I loved this resource. It was a perfect packet to use as I introduced writing a research paper. The note taking options for different level students was perfect. The note taking step helped the students pick important information instead of writing everything! I only had to get books from the library in order to make this project a success! Loved this resource!”  – Nancy B.

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Benefits of Writing an Animal Report

Writing animal reports is a great way to develop various skills and help students become better writers. These benefits include:

• expand their vocabulary,
• improve sentence structure, and
• enhance their overall language skills.
• Research Skills – Students develop their research skills when they search for information for their reports. They learn how to locate information from books, websites, and other sources.
• the topic they will write about,
• how to organize the information they discover, 
• how to present the information to their readers.
• Organizational Skills – When students organize their report, they learn the structure of a report that is a skill they will use throughout their school career and beyond.
• Communication Skills – Students develop their written communication skills as they write their animal reports. They learn how to clearly communicate their ideas in their report.
• Self- Confidence – Students are proud of the reports they create which helps to increase their self-confidence in writing and the products they produce.

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Free Printable Animal Report Template for Kids

By: Author Elizabeth Lampman

Posted on January 21, 2022

Writing a report on animals can be fun and educational with this free printable animal report template! Perfect for grade school students!

As a parent, you know how important it is for kids to learn about animals. And one of the best ways to do that is by writing reports about them! But coming up with a report format can be tough, especially if you don’t have much experience with it. That’s why we’ve created this handy free printable animal report template for kids.

This handy animal research template provides kids all the prompts they need to research and write reports on their favourite creatures. With sections for habitat, diet, and more, it’s perfect for any budding zoologist.

Kids learn best when they are engaged and having fun, which is why animal reports can be a great way to teach them about different species. This free printable animal report template makes the process easy and enjoyable for both parents and kids. With plenty of space to record facts about each animal, it’s perfect for elementary-aged students.

With all the sections and prompts kids need, it’ll make creating reports a breeze – and they’ll even be fun to write! So go ahead and download our template today. Your little ones will love getting creative and learning all about their favourite animals in the process!

Plus, it’s a great way to practice writing skills. So download the template today and get started!

★WHAT YOU GET …………………………………………………………. 3 page PDF file including the following:

• Coloured Animal Report
• Black and White Animal Report

★ ★ You can download all 3 pages for FREE at the end of the article. ★ ★

The printable animal research template offers plenty of space for kids to draw the animal of topic as well as their habitat. Kids can record what type of animal they are, what they typically measure, their colour, diet, habitat, and more.

Use the cover page in a binder or paper folder so kids can store all their reports in the form of an animal research journal as they study more and more different animals.

I have included a colour version of the animal report printable, as well as black and white. You can print the cover in grey-scale by choosing that option when you print.

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DOWNLOAD THE FREE ANIMAL REPORT TEMPLATE

★HOW TO USE THIS FILE: ………………………………………………………….

• Download the Free Printable Animal Report Templates to your computer to a secure, easily accessible folder.
• Print at home, office (if allowed) or at a professional printing service

★TERMS OF USE: …………………………………………………………. You may use this file for your own PERSONAL USE ONLY. File sharing, distribution, and commercial use of this file or of the printed work from this file are prohibited. You are welcome to print as many copies as you like for yourself. The designs can not be used for any commercial purpose or resold. You may NOT use these files for publishing on any platform under any circumstances.

Elizabeth Lampman is a coffee-fuelled Mom of 2 girls and lives in Hamilton, Ontario. She enjoys travelling, developing easy recipes, crafting, taking on diy projects, travelling and saving money!

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32+ Free Animal Report Templates (PDF, WORD)

Animal Report Template is a structured framework designed to facilitate the organized presentation of information and facts about animals. This template usually includes specific sections such as Introduction, Habitat, Diet, Physical Characteristics, Behavior, Conservation Status, and Interesting Facts, among others.

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It serves as a valuable tool in educational settings, aiding students in researching, compiling, and presenting scientific data about various animal species coherently and engagingly.

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What is an Animal Report?

An Animal Report is a detailed and structured document that provides comprehensive information about a specific animal species. It typically includes sections on the animal’s habitat, diet, behavior, physical characteristics, reproduction, and any threats to its survival.

Such reports are often used in educational settings to foster research and learning skills in students, enabling them to organize and present knowledge coherently.

Components of the Animal Reports

An animal report is a comprehensive document that provides detailed information about a particular animal. It includes various components that help in organizing and presenting the information in an organized manner.

Here are the main components of an animal report:

• Introduction : Start with an engaging opening that introduces the animal including its common name, scientific name, and a brief overview of its habitat.
• Physical Characteristics : Detail the animal’s size, weight, fur or skin type, colors, and any unique physical features that set it apart from other species.
• Habitat and Distribution : Describe the animal’s natural habitat, the regions they are found in, and any changes in their distribution patterns due to human activities or environmental changes.
• Diet and Predation : Explain what the animal eats, how it obtains its food, and its position in the food chain. Also, discuss natural predators and defense mechanisms.
• Reproduction and Lifespan : Outline the animal’s reproductive behavior, breeding season, care of young, and average lifespan.
• Behavior and Social Structure : Describe the animal’s daily behavior, social behavior within its species, and interaction with other species.
• Conservation Status : Provide the current conservation status of the animal and explain the factors threatening its survival and efforts being made to protect it.
• Interesting Facts : Conclude with a section of unique and surprising facts that make the animal particularly interesting or noteworthy.
• References : List all sources of information used in compiling the report to allow for further research and verification of facts.

Why Do We Need Animal Reports?

Animal reports are essential tools for understanding and monitoring the diverse species that share our planet. These reports provide valuable insights into the behaviors, habitats, and population dynamics of animals, enabling scientists, conservationists, and policymakers to make informed decisions about wildlife protection and habitat conservation.

By documenting changes in animal populations and health, reports help in assessing the impact of environmental changes and human activities, guiding efforts to maintain ecological balance and preserve biodiversity for future generations.

Tips for Researching and Writing Animal Reports

Animals are fascinating creatures, and writing about them can be a fun and rewarding experience. However, researching and writing an animal report can also be a daunting task, especially for young writers. To help make the process easier and more enjoyable, here are some tips for researching and writing animal reports in Markdown format.

Researching Your Animal

Before you start writing your animal report, it’s important to do some research and gather information about your chosen animal. Here are some tips for effective research:

• Start with reliable sources: When researching your animal, make sure to use reputable sources such as books, articles from respected publications, or educational websites.
• Take notes: As you’re gathering information, be sure to take thorough notes using a note-taking method that works for you. This will help you stay organized and make it easier to reference your sources later.
• Use a variety of sources: Don’t just rely on one source for information about your animal. Try to gather information from multiple sources to get a well-rounded understanding of your animal.
• Look for interesting facts: While researching, be on the lookout for unique or surprising facts about your animal. These can make your report more interesting and engaging for readers.

Writing Your Animal Report

Once you have gathered all the necessary information, it’s time to start writing your animal report in Markdown format. Here are some tips to help you write an informative and well-organized report:

• Start with an introduction: Use the first paragraph of your report to introduce your animal and provide some general information, such as its scientific name and where it can be found.
• Use headings: Organize your report using headings and subheadings to make it easier for readers to follow along. This also helps you stay on track and cover all the important points.
• Include facts and statistics: Back up your information with facts and statistics from your research. This adds credibility to your report and helps readers better understand your animal.
• Use visuals: Include pictures, diagrams, or videos of your animal to make your report more engaging and visually appealing.
• Add your voice: Don’t be afraid to add your thoughts and opinions about the animal in your report. This can make it more personal and interesting for readers.
• Use proper citation: If you use information from other sources, be sure to properly cite them using the appropriate Markdown format for citations. This shows that you have done thorough research and give credit to the source.

How to Use the Animal Report

To make the most out of the Animal Report, follow these detailed steps:

1. Gathering Information

Begin by collecting all necessary data about the animal in question. This includes its scientific name, habitat, diet, behavior, and any conservation status. Use reliable sources such as scientific journals, reputable websites, and expert interviews to ensure accuracy.

2. Structuring Your Report

Organize your report into clear sections to make it easy to follow. A suggested structure might include:

• Introduction : Present the animal, including its common and scientific names, and what will be covered in the report.
• Habitat and Distribution : Describe where the animal lives, the geography, and climate of these areas.
• Diet and Behavior : Explain what the animal eats and its feeding habits, along with key behavioral traits.
• Conservation Status : Discuss any threats the animal faces, such as habitat loss or climate change , and what conservation efforts are in place.
• Interesting Facts : Include any unique or lesser-known facts about the animal to engage your readers.

3. Writing and Review

With your information organized, begin writing your report. Aim for clarity and conciseness, ensuring that your report is accessible to your intended audience. After writing, review your work for accuracy, and coherence, and to check that it flows logically from one section to the next.

4. Including Visuals

Incorporate photographs, maps, or diagrams to complement the text and provide visual interest. Ensure these are appropriately sourced and captioned.

5. Final Steps

Conclude your report with a summary of the key points discussed. Provide references for your sources to allow readers to explore further. Finally, proofread your report or have someone else review it to catch any errors before publication or presentation.

How to Write an Animal Report Template

Creating an animal report can be an enlightening and fun project. To capture the essence of the animal you are studying, follow this template:

• Title Page: Include the name of the animal, an image (if possible), your name, and the date.
• Introduction: Start with a brief overview of the animal, including its common name, scientific name, and where it can be found.
• Physical Characteristics : Describe the animal’s size, weight, color, and any distinctive features that make it unique.
• Habitat and Distribution : Explain where the animal lives. This should include information about its native habitat (forest, desert, ocean, etc.) and the geographical areas it inhabits.
• Diet: Detail what the animal eats, how it finds or hunts its food, and how its diet affects its habitat.
• Behavior and Lifestyle: Describe the animal’s daily life, including its social structure, behaviors for survival (migration, hibernation, etc.), and reproductive habits.
• Conservation Status: Discuss the animal’s conservation status (e.g., endangered, vulnerable, least concern) and the primary threats it faces, such as habitat destruction or poaching.
• Interesting Facts: Include several fascinating facts about the animal that would capture the interest of your audience.
• Conclusion: Summarize the key points made in your report and reflect on what can be done to ensure the animal’s survival and well-being.
• References: List all the sources you used to gather information for your report, including books, websites, and interviews with experts.

This template provides a structured approach to researching and writing about an animal, ensuring you cover all critical aspects of its life and the challenges it faces.

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Animal Research Reports

Teaching students about animal research reports is one of my favorite writing units! It’s the perfect combination of nonfiction reading and informational writing – all in one perfect unit of study!

I’ve got so much to share with you that I’m splitting this into two posts! You can find part two here !

Getting Started with Animal Research Reports

To begin, I try to teach nonfiction text features and research writing at the same time. It’s also perfect for reviewing main idea and details in informational texts.

First, I choose an animal that I think my students will enjoy learning about as our whole group focus. I collect as many books and articles on this animal to use during whole group mini-lessons.

When I introduce this to my students for the first time, we start a KWL chart. I make a big anchor chart sized KWL chart, and my students begin their own chart in a research booklet that they’ll use throughout the unit.

As we research, students write the facts learned in a little research booklet. These booklets help students keep track of all of the things they’ve learned. Especially with students who are just beginning to learn how to research, these booklets are extremely helpful.

Once we’ve studied and completed one animal research booklet together, I let students choose a different animal to try on their own!

I love these tabbed booklets because they are extremely helpful in getting students to write MULTIPLE, FOCUSED paragraphs. Students can take each section of the research booklet and turn it into a paragraph. By the end, they have 3-4 focused paragraphs, instead of one giant paragraph with a bunch of random facts.

I suggest pre-selecting 4-7 animals that your students can choose from. I have booklets made for polar animals, desert animals, rainforest animals, grassland animals, and ocean animals!

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Writing Animal Reports in the Primary Grades

Kids love animals! Writing animal reports is such a motivating way to practice informational writing in kindergarten and 1st-grade. You may be thinking, aren’t they too young for that? No, with guidance, they can write amazing animal reports!

First, you have to begin with the research. Before we begin our animal research reports, we learn about the different animal classifications .

My experience with research in kindergarten and 1st-grade students is they need scaffolding. You can’t just give them a resource to look over and then expect them to automatically know what information they need for their writing.

This is where icons can come in handy. I have had a lot of success using pictures or icons to help structure activities in my classroom.

After my students have been exposed to various kinds of animals, they pick an animal to research. I give them an animal information page about their animal to reference. I point out the icons on the page; classification, habitat, diet, and interesting facts. Some of them need help reading the information, but the icons help guide them in filling out a graphic organizer.

Making a Book

After they have gathered information about their animal, they get to make their own informational book about their animal. I give them two options; a foldable book or a blank square book from Target . Most choose the square book. I have templates for them to write and illustrate each page. After they have their writing done, they cut out the pages and glue them into their book.

Writing animal reports can be fun! Primary grade students can be successful at it when you scaffold the process. Are you ready to try it?

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Learn more about zoo animals with the aid of this animal report template, which is ideal for kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students. Children will discover fascinating facts about animals: habitats, their place in the wild, what they eat, where they live, who their predators are, and much more as they conduct research and complete the My Animal Report! For a biology or zoology curriculum, this is an excellent addition. Complete one report, or several reports, for each category of animal. You can play and learn by just printing the PDF file containing the animal report template!

With the aid of these entertaining Animal Report templates, children can learn about a variety of animals, including their habitat, where they live, classification, and more. Teachers, homeschoolers, and parents will find these animal report forms extremely useful to utilize with any program. They work well as a summer learning aid to prevent summertime loss, in conjunction with an animal study or a field trip to the zoo. Use these worksheets for animal reports with kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. Each of the following classifications has an animal report worksheet: bird, fish, mammal, reptile, amphibian, insect, general, mollusks, and crustaceans . These worksheets are available in both simple lines and ruled lines.

These no prep first-grade, kindergarten, and pre-kindergarten worksheets on animals are very beneficial. For younger students, they have handwriting lines to help with clarity. They will consist of items like:

• Description of the Animal Classification
• What do they eat
• How big does it get
• Where does it live (habitat & location on a map)
• Interesting Facts
• Place for student to draw or place a picture

More information about the animals can be found in the animal report templates for grades 3, 4, 5, and 6. They consist of:

• Description of each animal classification
• Babies, what are they called
• What is its habitat & where does it live
• Who are it’s predators
• Draw or place a picture

The Animal Report Form Printable is based on my concept that students should write reports on each animal class. One of the three cover options (two in black and white and one in color for your student to color) can then be added. In addition to learning about a wide range of animals, children would also gain an understanding of the various categories into which animals are classified.

There are individual Animal Report Forms with descriptions for the following Animal Classifications:

• Amphibian Class
• Reptile Class
• Mammal Class
• Insect Class
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An animal report is a formal report regarding studies, research, or tests done for certain animals. The animal report templates that we offer in this page are flexible for use for a wide audience. These templates that we showcase here could be a Summary Report of certain animal conditions, behavior, current situations, and many more. You may also see report samples .

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• Introduction.
• Data presentation and graphs.
• Contingent specifications.

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• Identify animal report type : You have to know beforehand on what type of animal report planner you would want to create. Your planner would also vary according to what your specific report plans are or perhaps any other specifics that you would want to pursue.
• Objectives : To avoid confusion, list down your objectives before you go on writing. The objectives you will be listing will help you figure out the overall content and intent of your report planner.
• Download an animal planner Report Outline : If you want consistency with your report format, you could download our report samples in PDF file format. We also have easy to download school report templates pertaining to animal studies and activities.

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How to write an animal report

Your teacher wants a written report on the beluga whale . Not to worry. Use these organizational tools from the Nat Geo Kids Almanac so you can stay afloat while writing a report.

STEPS TO SUCCESS:

Your report will follow the format of a descriptive or expository essay and should consist of a main idea, followed by supporting details and a conclusion. Use this basic structure for each paragraph as well as the whole report, and you’ll be on the right track.

Introduction

State your main idea .

The beluga whale is a common and important species of whale.

Provide supporting points for your main idea.

1. The beluga whale is one of the smallest whale species.

2. It is also known as the “white whale” because of its distinctive coloring.

3. These whales are common in the Arctic Ocean’s coastal waters.

Then expand on those points with further description, explanation, or discussion.

1a. Belugas range in size from 13 to 20 feet (4 to 6.1 m) in length.

2a. Belugas are born gray or brown. They fade to white at around five years old.

3a. Some Arctic belugas migrate south in large herds when sea ice freezes over.

Wrap it up with a summary of your whole paper.

Because of its unique coloring and unusual features, belugas are among the most familiar and easily distinguishable of all the whales.

Key Information

Here are some things you should consider including in your report:

What does your animal look like? To what other species is it related? How does it move? Where does it live? What does it eat? What are its predators? How long does it live? Is it endangered? Why do you find it interesting?

SEPARATE FACT FROM FICTION: Your animal may have been featured in a movie or in myths and legends. Compare and contrast how the animal has been portrayed with how it behaves in reality. For example, penguins can’t dance the way they do in Happy Feet.

PROOFREAD AND REVISE: As with any essay, when you’re finished, check for misspellings, grammatical mistakes, and punctuation errors. It often helps to have someone else proofread your work, too, as he or she may catch things you have missed. Also, look for ways to make your sentences and paragraphs even better. Add more descriptive language, choosing just the right verbs, adverbs, and adjectives to make your writing come alive.

BE CREATIVE: Use visual aids to make your report come to life. Include an animal photo file with interesting images found in magazines or printed from websites. Or draw your own! You can also build a miniature animal habitat diorama. Use creativity to help communicate your passion for the subject.

THE FINAL RESULT: Put it all together in one final, polished draft. Make it neat and clean, and remember to cite your references.

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Children are capable of doing research. They just need to have resources and graphic organizer templates to use. It is important to organize the information into manageable amounts when doing research. Even younger children can do simple research projects if we provide them with support and the appropriate resources, templates or other graphic organizers. They can create amazing projects with the right materials.

Children can use graphic organizer templates effectively

I love doing simple research projects with my students. One of my favorites is an animal research powerpoint. Sometimes people don’t think that younger children can create quality powerpoints, but I have several dvd collections of powerpoints that my grade 2/3 classes have created.

Animal Research Planning Templates

I created these planning templates so that the children could organize their material into manageable parts that would also fit onto powerpoint slides. There are 3 different templates available.

Here is one of the templates included. If you would like to have a copy of these templates, click one of the images.

I hope you will find this helpful with your students as they create their animal research projects .

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{FREE} Printable Animal Report

Our boys are really interested in animals. They love reading about them and finding out all the fun and interesting facts about them, so when we decided to pack up and travel around Australia, I made them this worksheet which they could fill out for the animals that they saw on our trip. This Animal Report can be printed multiple times and bound together to make a book.

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When we visited zoo’s or animal centres, the boys would make a note of some of the animals they were interested in, or ones they were given the opportunity to hold, and would come home and learn all about these amazing creatures.

If you like, you could print out a few copies, add a blank sheet of paper for the cover (which your child can decorate) and make them into a booklet all about the animals your child loves. You could also laminate then for children to draw on with a dry-erase marker.

To download your free copy, click on the link below:

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FREE Printable Science Animal Report Template for Kids

Published: August 27, 2019

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If your children are animal lovers then they will totally enjoy learning all about them. When parents build learning experiences around their child’s interests, children engage more and learn more. Get your kids learning all about their favorite animals with this FREE printable animal report template.

This resource will benefit your kids if learning about biology, climates, biomes, or just doing animal unit studies. Your child can choose whatever animal they would like. They will enjoy that.

This animal report template has 8 numbered areas for kids to fill in about their animal. The different areas to fill in are:

• Species name (based on Linnaean taxonomy)
• Sketch of the animal
• Class name (based on Linnaean taxonomy)
• Choosing whether the animal is endangered or not
• Current habitat of the animal (color on the world map at the bottom of the page)

These animal resources will go great alongside your animal report:

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