Wild Times

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 and helps them identify African biomes and animals using a word bank. Students match terms such as savanna, rainforest, elephant, giraffe, and hippopotamus to their correct habitats, reinforcing vocabulary, ecological understanding, and connections between species and environments.

Learning Goals

• African Biomes & Ecosystems (Grades 5-7) – Identify major habitats and the animals that live in them
• Ecological Understanding – Connect species to appropriate environmental conditions
• Vocabulary Development – Learn and apply terms related to animals and habitats
• Geography & Science Integration – Explore how climate and landforms influence ecosystems

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Developed by educators with alignment to science and geography standards
• Word Bank Format – Supports accurate vocabulary use and reinforces learning through active engagement
• Conceptual Learning – Strengthens understanding of biodiversity and habitat relationships
• Flexible Use – Suitable for classroom lessons, independent practice, review, assessment, or homeschool instruction

This Wild Times worksheet helps students build a clear understanding of African ecosystems and wildlife while developing vocabulary and ecological reasoning. By associating animals with their habitats, learners improve comprehension, retention, and critical thinking. Ideal for classroom or homeschool settings, this printable resource provides engaging, low-prep practice in science and geography.