Lizard Island: Observation

Lizard Island: Observation is the first in a series of 3 video games created in collaboration with scientists at UC Davis. Prof. Louie Yang and his team have been studying the ecology of a series of microislands in the Bahamas, and these data have been used to make Lizard Island as scientifically accurate as possible.

The game is aligned with Common Core math standards and the Next Generation Science Standards, making it appropriate for both home and school use. Players search microislands for brown anole lizards, which they must catch, tag, and measure. Along the way, players can tap on various island life to learn more about it. Facts, questions, and answers are recorded in a field notebook. The game is appropriate for non-readers or those with learning disabilities, as players have the option to have the text read aloud. The game is recommended for children in grades K-5.