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Try It Yourself!

Want to help stop elephant poaching? The best way is to inform others— get the word out about the dangers of buying products made of ivory. Show people how it is not just the elephants that are in danger from this practice, but the entire ecosystem!

Suggested Materials: Internet access Poster board or construction paper Markers, colored pencils

Go online! Research elephant poaching in Africa and the impact it has on the elephant population and the ecosystem in general. Create an informative pamphlet or poster to inform others. Include the following: • Facts about the status of the elephant population • Information about who is poaching and where they are selling the ivory • Products made of ivory and the market for them • Impacts on the ecosystem • Impacts on humans Photos, maps, and statistics can help give your pamphlet or poster more impact!

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