We started learning about Jane by reading a book about when she was little. She always loved animals and was very patient and determined when she observed them.
We learned that when Jane was little she had a stuffed toy chimpanzee named Jubilee.
We began to wonder about Jane. These were some of the questions we had:
We also read the book The Watcher, which told us more about how Jane accomplished her dream to work and study with chimpanzees in Gombe, Africa. We also were able to answer some of our questions!
Jane was not only a researcher, but also a writer. She kept piles and piles of research in her tent when she was working with the chimpanzees.
We learned that one of her favorite chimp companions was named David Greybeard.
However, after many years Jane realized that the chimpanzees she loved were in danger of becoming extinct. She realized that the best way to help the chimpanzees was to share their story with the world.
Jane Goodall is an excellent example of the 3 A's: Activism, Awareness, and Aid. When we do our inquiries this year, Room 408 will keep these 3 A's in mind.
This is an excerpt from a National Geographic video that we watched. Soon I'll post student Think Book entries reflecting on Jane Goodall.
What inspires you about Jane Goodall?
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