Hawaii Kahuli Educators Guide
Resource Title: Educators & Students Website | Hawaiʻi Kāhuli
Organization: Hawai‘i Kāhuli
Description:

This website is a hub of educational materials focusing on kāhuli, Hawaiʻi's native land snails. Teachers can use the multi-media materials and guides for a class, an art and crafts activity, or to supplement other lessons. These materials introduce to students the diversity, ecology, and conservation of  Hawai‘i’s native snails through artistic expression, motor skills, and engagement in a fun and accessible way.

Target Audience: 3rd - 5th grade, K-5, Pre-K - 2nd grade
Instructional Roles: Enrichment, Hook activity, Main lesson, On Site Instruction
Environment: Classroom
Content Type: Craft / Art activity, Cultural practice, Current Events, On Site Activity, STEM investigation
Type Of Engagement: Create, Investigate, Play / Explore, Reflect
Format: All
Activity:
  • There are a variety of activities on the website, including:

    • Presentation

    • Video

    • Handouts and worksheets

    • Advocacy and sharing your knowledge

    • Multiple art activities

    • Writing prompts

    • Acting and drama

    • Classroom visits and presentations

Topics Covered:
  • Basic gastropod (snail) anatomy and structure

  • Diversity, ecology, and conservation of kāhuli

  • Fine motor skills and shape recognition

  • Creative expression and STEAM integration

  • Native Hawaiian snail awareness (kāhuli species)

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