There is something magical about the nautilus. Maybe it’s the perfect spiral shell, the 90 tentacles, or the fact that it’s a living fossil from 500 million years ago. If you are teaching an ocean unit, exploring marine biology, or diving into the Second Great Lesson: The Coming of Life, this resource brings the wonder of the nautilus into your classroom.
What’s Included
Anatomy & Parts
Parts of a Nautilus Diagram (labeled and unlabeled)
Parts of a Nautilus 3-Part Cards
Parts of a Nautilus Information Cards (cloze cards included)
Parts of a Nautilus Student Booklet
Life Cycle
Life Cycle Diagram
Life Cycle 3-Part Cards
Life Cycle Information Cards
Cut and Paste Activity (Color and Blackline)
Tracing Strips
Groups of Cephalopods
Groups of Cephalopods 3-Part Cards
Groups of Cephalopods Information Cards (with “Who Am I?” Riddles)
Characteristics & General Information
Characteristics Color Poster and Blackline Masters
Information Poster (Habitat, Diet, Adaptations)
“My Book About Nautiluses” Student Reader
Extended Activities
Anatomy Adjective Activity
Prey vs. Predators Sorting Cards
Why You’ll Love It
Hands-On Learning – 3-part cards, sorting, and labeling build vocabulary and comprehension
Self-Directed – Student booklets and card sets foster independence
Cross-Curricular – Integrates biology, geography, and language arts
Connects to the Great Lessons – Perfect supplement for the Second Great Lesson: The Coming of Life.
Easy to Prep – Print, cut, and laminate for years of use
Perfect For
Montessori classrooms
Homeschool environments
Ocean and marine life units
Animal adaptation studies
Second Great Lesson follow-up work
Recommended Age
Kindergarten through Grade 3 (Ages 5–9)
Bring the fascinating world of the nautilus into your classroom. Your children will love learning about these living fossils, and you will love the easy-to-prep, time-saving materials.
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