What do you think?
- How much did you know about weasels 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 weasels matter? Why or why not?
- How have your opinions on weasels been influenced by media and pop culture?
- Do you think your perspectives on weasels have been shaped because of the media you’ve consumed in the past? How could you learn more about weasels - and different perspectives - about bats going forward without it becoming a chore?
- How do weasels impact your world? If there were no weasels in your community, how might it affect your life? Would it?
- Do you know what species of weasels live in your area? Are any of them threatened?
- What local decisions impact weasels? Are there any citizen science projects to help others learn about weasels in your area? Are there community research programs? Any stories about weasels? How might different careers influence the future of weasels?
- Do you think our society is making well informed decisions when it comes to weasels? Why do you think that? What would you do better?
- How might you be a better steward of weasels through your passions and hobbies?
- What do we not know when it comes to weasels 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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