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This unit was inspired by a group of scholars at UC Santa Barbara known as the California Grizzly Research Network. The purpose of the California Grizzly Research Network is to promote—through rigorous, interdisciplinary research and outreach—a more informed scholarly and public conversation about the past, present, and potential future of grizzly bears in California.


This unit was written by the members of a CGRN subgroup called Grizzl-Ed--an education and outreach group focused on eco-literacy, place-based, experiential educational design that addresses the Next Generation Science Standards.

The California Grizzly Bear Reintroduction Unit: Complete Document


Individual Lessons

Lesson 1 : CA Grizzly Video with Video Guide

Lesson 2 : OBL and Grizzly Conservation Kit

Lesson 3 : Grizzly Conservation Roles Gallery Walk

Lesson 4 : Grizzly Roles Jigsaw Lesson

Lesson 5 : Grizzly Group Interdisciplinary Session

Lesson 6 : Grizzly Group Class Debate & Class Vote

Lesson 7 : Reflection Lesson & Field Trip

Bear Safety Lesson : Bonus Lesson