What do you think?
- How much did you know about moose 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 moose matter? Why or why not?
- How have your opinions on moose been influenced by media and pop culture?
- Do you think your perspectives on moose have been shaped because of the media you’ve consumed in the past? How could you learn more about moose - and different perspectives - about moose going forward without it becoming a chore?
- How do moose impact your world? If moose disappeared from a region, how might it affect your life? Would it?
- Do you know if moose live in your area? If they do, are they doing well? Are any threatened?
- What local decisions impact moose? Are there any citizen science projects to help others learn about moose in your area? Are there community research programs? Any stories about moose? How might different careers influence the future of moose?
- Do you think our society is making well informed decisions when it comes to moose? Why do you think that? What would you do better?
- How might you be a better steward of moose through your passions and hobbies?
- What do we not know when it comes to moose 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?
- Do some research to find out what the purpose of a moose’s “bell” might be. Why do we not have an exact answer? Find another example of a feature on an animal that remains a mystery as to its function.
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