Hello Scholars!

Today we will be looking at a Biography about a female herpetologist by the name Joan Procter.  What is a herpetologist? Herpetologist are zoologist who study reptiles and amphibians.

Joan’s love for reptiles began at an early age. Listen to the story by clicking on the link and learn more about the life of Joan Procter, and her studies of reptiles, amphibians, and “real life dragons.”

In this activity you will find:

1. YouTube link to the story Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor, the Woman Who Loved Reptiles

2. Two activities

• Create your own reptile exhibit
• Write a summary about the life of Joan Procter

3. List of vocabulary from the story

Click on the link below to listen to the story Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor, the Woman Who Loved Reptiles By: Patricia Valdez

About Biographies:

Biographies are a fun way to learn about the people that have created the things we love today! From sports, technology, or outer space. There are biographies written about people who played an important role in the creation of the things we know today. Using the link below check out a person who did something in the life that interest you:

https://www.ducksters.com/biography/

Then create your own summary about that person, using pictures, or think of creative ways to show why you chose that person and what they are known for. Then submit your work to one of the Coach Sam media platforms for a chance to win!

Weekly Activities

List of Vocabulary 

Coach Sam’s Riddle:

What travels the world, but stays in one spot? 

Last Week’s Answer: A sponge! 

Previous Plays:

• Who is Joan Procter?
• Exploring the Scientific Method
• Cultural Exploration
• What to do when You Want to Find the Author’s Point of View
• What to do with/without?
• The Rainbow Fish Read Along
• What to Do When You Can’t Visit the Art Museum
• Online Book Scavenger Hunt
• Healthy Minds & Healthy Bodies
• What Do You Do with an Idea?
• Find Your Something Beautiful