Locomotion

Worksheet Description

The worksheet will help students categorize different types of dinosaurs based on their primary modes of locomotion. It provides illustrations of six dinosaurs and three boxes labeled “Flyers,” “Swimmers,” and “Walkers.” Students are instructed to first create a scene in each box that matches the category, then to color the dinosaur illustrations, and finally to cut and paste them into the appropriate scene, thus classifying them as flying, swimming, or walking dinosaurs.

To engage with this activity, students should start by drawing relevant scenes in each of the three boxes; for instance, drawing skies and clouds in the “Flyers” box, water environments in the “Swimmers” box, and terrestrial habitats in the “Walkers” box. After crafting these scenes, students will proceed to color the provided dinosaur illustrations. Following that, they will carefully cut out each colored dinosaur illustration. With their knowledge or additional research, students will then determine the primary mode of locomotion for each dinosaur and subsequently paste the cut-out figures into the box with the matching scene.

This worksheet aims to broaden students’ understanding of the diverse range of dinosaurs and their different modes of movement. It seeks to highlight that not all dinosaurs were strictly terrestrial; some were adept at flying while others were aquatic. By categorizing the dinosaurs based on movement, learners can visualize the varied ecosystems and habitats these ancient creatures occupied. Additionally, the interactive nature of the task, which includes drawing, coloring, cutting, and pasting, is designed to reinforce learning through tactile and creative engagement.