Home Plan - [LRS2-L6-U1-LC1-6 Zookeeping]

The document as a whole covers various aspects of zookeeping through an interview with a lead zookeeper named Jeff Poteen. It includes insights into his experiences working with giraffes, zebras, vultures, and other animals, discussing the challenges and rewards of the job. Details about care practices, medical procedures, and evolving practices in zookeeping are shared, highlighting the skills required and the dedication necessary for this profession. The document also provides vocabulary words and activities for engaging readers and strengthening their understanding of the role of a zookeeper. Jeff’s anecdotes and experiences offer a personal touch to the narrative, showcasing his passion for working with animals in a zoo setting.

Contents

• Pages 1—25: Zookeeper responsibilities explained.
• Pages 26—50: Zookeeper’s insights on giraffes
• Pages 51—56: Zookeeping insights and Jeff’s experiences.

The document section provides information about zookeeping, including the responsibilities and challenges that come with the job. It introduces vocabulary words related to animals and their care, such as zookeeper, species, anesthesia, and exhibits. The content includes an interview with Jeff Poteen, a lead zookeeper, discussing his experiences working with animals like giraffes, zebras, antelope, and vultures. The reading material aims to engage readers by connecting to their prior knowledge, identifying main ideas and details, and understanding the role of a zookeeper through questions and activities. The interview with Jeff Poteen sheds light on the skills required for a zookeeper, the types of animals he oversees, and his personal experiences in the field. The document also includes comprehension questions and discussions about the job of a zookeeper, providing insights into the challenges and rewards of working with animals in a zoo setting.

The section of the document discusses an interview with a zookeeper named Jeff. Jeff shares experiences from managing giraffes and provides insights into their care. He mentions being run over by a giraffe, discussing the weight of giraffes and their powerful kicks. Jeff explains how they manage giraffes as a group, their routines, and the use of tap sticks. Additionally, Jeff talks about providing medical care to giraffes, including using blowpipes for anesthesia. The text also touches on the importance of monitoring and managing giraffes’ health during medical procedures. Furthermore, the interview delves into the evolving practices of zookeeping, highlighting the shift towards interactive exhibits and efforts to provide animals with natural environments. Jeff also discusses challenges with caring for slender-horned gazelles due to their immune system issues. Lastly, Jeff shares his dedication to his job, finding it satisfying and challenging.

This section of the document discusses zookeeping and Jeff’s experiences as a zookeeper. It includes Jeff’s opinions on the job, skills needed, handling dangerous animals, and special moments with the animals. Additionally, there is an interview excerpt where Jeff shares a funny story about dealing with ostriches in icy conditions. The section also covers learning objectives related to making connections to prior knowledge and identifying main ideas in informational text. There are vocabulary words related to zookeeping, such as zookeeper, hoofed, giraffes, and anesthesia. It concludes with a note about additional activities that can be done if the class content finishes early.