Display Animal Flash Cards to Inspire Readers and Writers!

Did you know that teaching students about animals can be a fantastic way to help them appreciate nature and improve their reading and writing skills? Animals are so fascinating, and kids absolutely love them. Using simple tools like animal flash cards, you can help your students can develop their curiosity, critical thinking, and observational skills. Plus, it’s a great way to improve their reading skills too! As they encounter a variety of texts, such as stories and articles, they can learn new words and understand what they’re reading. Writing about animals can also inspire creativity and encourage students to express themselves in unique ways.

This year, we’re excited to help you introduce your little learners to new words, vocabulary, and animals from around the world with a brand-new printable set of Animal Flash Cards to display on your word wall.

Printable Australian Animals Flash Cards Plus Animals Around the World!

This printable resource download includes a set of 36 animals flash cards name and picture cards. We have made sure to bring in animals from around the globe to help your students learn about the fantastic wildlife we have on Earth. The list of animals included are:

More Ways to Use Your Wild Animal Flash Cards Display

Need some ideas on how to use your wild animal flash cards display in the classroom? Here are a few of our favourites!

• Animal Habitat Match: Match each animal card to its corresponding habitat (e.g., jungle, ocean, desert). This game reinforces knowledge about animal habitats and ecosystems.
• Animal Trivia: Create trivia questions based on the animals featured on the cards. Players take turns answering questions to earn points or rewards, promoting learning through gameplay.
• Animal Sorting: Sort the cards into categories such as mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. This activity reinforces classification skills.
• Animal Facts Game: Each player draws a card and must share a fact about the animal depicted. 
• Writing Prompt: Draw a card and use the animal featured as a prompt to create a short story or informational writing.

Download Your Animal Picture Cards Today!

This resource is available as an easy-to-use PDF or editable Google Slides resource file. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button to select your preferred file format. Make your copy, display your animal picture cards, and start learning today!

This resource was created by Brittany Collins, a teacher and Teach Starter collaborator.

Try These Printable Animal Activities, Too!

Before you go, check out these fantastic printable animal activities to add to your lesson plans and engage your little learners!

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