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The colossal squid activity book

An activity book to help kids explore the bizarre anatomy of the colossal squid, where it lives, how it came to Te Papa, and what it eats.

Learning areas and strands

Science

Education type

Activity book

Suitable for

Ages 10+

In this activity book you will

  • imagine a strange creature

  • match colossal squid body parts

  • see how big a colossal squid is

  • compare the colossal squid with other massive molluscs

  • follow our colossal squid’s journey to Te Papa

  • learn what eats what in the Southern Ocean.

Download the free activity book

A4 download

Printing tip: Print double-sided and in colour.

The colossal squid activity book A4 (5.66 MB)

A5 download

Printing tip: Open in Adobe Acrobat and select ‘flip on short edge’, print double-sided and in colour.

The colossal squid activity book A5 (5.38 MB)

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Your feedback

We want to hear how you’re using this activity book and if you have any feedback. Email us at learning@tepapa.govt.nz