Connect the book to the environment around the school. List on chart paper i.e. a tree, a creek, forest, wooded area, beach. Brainstorm and list on chart paper. As a class go to chosen habitat. Establish an area of exploration that is fairly small in scope.
Children get with partners.
Each pair receives one baggie. Collect clues that are on the ground and dead in the baggie. If the clues are still alive, draw a picture, describe it or take a photo with the Polaroid camera. Establish a time limit. Return to classroom.