Real animal x-rays printed on clear, durable, transparent plastic are great for years of use on light tables, overhead projectors and also white surfaces.
Study the interior structure of several mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians and birds. Explore the process of creating x-rays, while learning interesting features of these 14 animals! This set also includes a set of 14 matching picture cards.
These highly detailed photographs match the animal x-rays. Lay the x-ray over the photograph to see how the skeletal system supports the body of each animal. Furthermore compare and contrast the various skeletal structures of these animals.
What is similar about the mammals? Fish? Reptiles? Research the definition of each group and determine their similarities as well as differences. Try listing more animals in each category! The animals included in this set are the common marmoset, the European rabbit, an infant kangaroo, the Pumpkinseed Sunfish, the Frontosa Cichlid, the Green Tree Python, the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, an infant Green Iguana, three Dwarf Crocodile Eggs, a Veiled Chameleon, a Box Turtle, a Red-Tailed Hawk, a Turkey Vulture and a Leaf Frog.
Pack contains 14 x-rays measuring up to 10 x 25 cm and 14 matching photo cards. An ideas guide included. Ages 5+ years