What do you think?
- How much did you know about black bears before this story? How did you know so much, or why did you know so little?
- What was the most surprising thing you learned watching/reading this story? Why did you find it surprising? How would you share what you’ve learn from this story with your friends and family?
- Do you think black bears matter? Why or why not?
- How have your opinions on black bears been influenced by media and pop culture?
- Do you think your perspectives on black bears have been shaped because of the media you’ve consumed in the past? How could you learn more about black bears - and different perspectives - about black bears going forward without it becoming a chore?
- How do black bears impact your world? If black bears disappeared from your region, how might it affect your life? Would it?
- Do you know if black bears live in your neighbourhood? Are they doing well? Are any threatened? Are people in your community learning to co-exist with them?
- What local decisions impact black bears? Are there any citizen science projects to help others learn about black bears in your area? Are there community research programs? Any stories about black bears? How might different careers influence the future of black bears?
- Do you think our society is making well informed decisions when it comes to black bears? Why do you think that? What would you do better?
- How might you be a better steward of black bears through your passions and hobbies?
- What do we not know when it comes to black bears in Mount Robson, or your community? Do we know enough, or do we need to know more about their role in the ecosystem and their value to biodiversity to make important decisions for people and nature? If so, what?
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