🐆 August 4: International Clouded Leopard Day

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Let’s leap into learning with one of the world’s most mysterious big cats!

🐆 What it celebrates:

Raising awareness about clouded leopards and conservation efforts. These elusive cats live in the rainforests of Southeast Asia and are known for their gorgeous spotted coats and tree-climbing talents! Sadly, they are vulnerable due to habitat loss—so today is all about learning and protecting!

📝 ELA

• ✏️ Write an informational paragraph about clouded leopards
• 📖 Read a nonfiction book or article about rainforest animals
• Raising Clouded Leopards by Lisa MacDonald
• 💌 Write a letter to raise awareness for clouded leopard conservation

🧮 Math

• 📊 Create a bar graph comparing the population sizes of different big cats
• ➗ Solve word problems involving animal measurements (length, weight, lifespan)
• 📏 Measure and compare paw print sizes of different cats

🌍 Social Studies

• 🗺️ Find clouded leopard habitats on a world map
• 🏞️ Research the effects of deforestation on native people and wildlife
• 🔍 Learn about national parks and protected areas in Asia

🔬 Science

• 🐾 Explore adaptations—what makes the clouded leopard a good climber?
• 🌳 Learn about the food chain and where leopards fit in
• 🧬 Compare clouded leopards to other big cats in the cat family

🎨 Art

• 🎭 Make clouded leopard masks with paper plates and paint
• 🖼️ Create a mural featuring the clouded leopard and other animals in its habitat
• 🎨 Design a clouded leopard with mixed media or collage

🐾 Bonus Ideas:

• 🎥 Watch a short video clip of clouded leopards in the wild
• 📸 Host a “Wild Cat Fact Show” where students present fun facts

Check out more August holidays here!

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