Colossal squid at Te Papa
We have one colossal squid on display, but did you know we have three colossal squid specimens in our collection?
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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We want to hear how you’re using this activity book and if you have any feedback. Email us at learning@tepapa.govt.nz
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