Teaching materials

"In the Tracks of Lynx"

This brochure was created during the project Living with Carpathian Spirits, supported via the Switzerland-Slovakia Cooperation Programme, the main aim of which was monitoring the Eurasian lynx in Slovakia. The brochure contains facts, but also points of interest from world experts and our observations and results within the project. We wish you a lot of fun uncovering secrets from the realm of these beautiful felines.

Publisher: Slovak Wildlife Society, Liptovsky Hradok
Authors: Svetlana Betkova & Robin Rigg
Pages: 45 (297 x 210 mm)
Year: 2014 (Slovak version)

"In the Tracks of Wolves"

Wolves often inspire in people fear and terrifying visions, but with a better understanding they deserve our respect and rightful place in nature. The domestic dog is descended from them, from which it has inherited rare qualities such as loyalty and intelligence. We have prepared a collection of information, points of interest, tasks and drawings. The varied topics, level of difficulty and excerpts allow students to choose according to age and interest.

Publisher: Slovak Wildlife Society, Liptovsky Hradok
Authors: Svetlana Betkova & Robin Rigg
Pages: 36 (297 x 210 mm)
Year: 2006

"In the Tracks of Bears"

Learn a wealth of information and fascinating facts about the life of bears in Slovakia and the rest of the world, their occurrence, food, tracks and signs, development and the relationships of various human cultures to these animals. What is myth and what is reality? What to do during an encounter with a bear? We follow the tracks of animals in the forest. You will find stories, puzzles, fun drawings and photographs, a game, quiz and other activities focused on creativity, empathy and problem solving.

Publisher: Slovak Wildlife Society, Liptovsky Hradok
Authors: Svetlana Betkova & Robin Rigg
Pages: 26 (297 x 210 mm) + appendix
Year: 2006