Morning Starters: Autumn 1 - Epic Journeys
Did You Know?
Caribou (known as reindeer in Eurasia) are famous for their long-distance migrations. The epic journey of this herbivorous species is triggered by weather conditions and the availability of food. Caribou are well-adapted to cold environments, with thick fur and large hooves that help them navigate snowy terrain. They can travel up to 5,000 kilometres a year, making their migration one of the longest of any land mammal.
Word Challenge
Caribou belong to the deer family. The word ‘deer’ is a homophone.
List the different homophones that appear on this page.
Grammar Challenge
Write a sentence about caribou and their footprints that includes a possessive apostrophe.
Example: The caribous’ footprints marked a winding path through the frozen wilderness.
Challenge: Write a follow-on sentence that includes an example of personification.
Number Challenge
Fact: Caribou are found in Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, where temperatures can drop to -40°C.
Complete the following number sequences that include positive and negative integers and decimal numbers:
-40, -25, ___, ___, 30, ___
Challenge: Write a number sequence for your talk partner to complete that includes positive and negative integers.
Critical Thinking
If you had a magical map that could take you anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would you hope to find?