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Biome basics

This project involves the creation of a simple, yet effective display of the different biomes found on earth.

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)

By B. Carl Rush.

Clarification writing: What could I add to the NC Zoo?

Students will apply their knowledge of clarification writing and address "What Animal or Plant Would You Add to the NC Zoo." Students must research their plant or animal to determine if the zoo ecosystem could support the species. In addition, the student must provide reasons and explanations to support their choice. This is a follow-up activity to a unit of study on ecosystems/biomes.

Format: lesson plan (grade 5 English Language Arts)

By Connie Johnson.

Plant and Animal Interdependence

Plants and animals depend upon each other for survival. These model resources explain the importance of this delicate chain of life.

Format: bibliography/help

Science News

Science doesn't happen in textbooks! This selection of websites give you a look at what's going on in the world of science right now, and how it's changing our world.

Format: bibliography/help

Constructing a food web

Students will construct food chains and food webs in order to recognize the relationships between organisms.

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)

By Lynn Pearson.

Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs

Provides information about the natural history of the Hemlocks Bluff Nature Preserve and the plants and animals that live there.

Format: article/field trip opportunity

A population and a biome

This activity will introduce students to the use of laptop computers. Students will participate in a unit on ecosystems using the Microsoft programs Excel and PowerPoint.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Computer/Technology Skills and Science)

By Ronald Cross.

North Carolina Zoo

Everything teachers and students need to know to plan a very special trip to the Zoo. If you can only visit online, this website offers an array of resources including games, images, and interactive tours of the special exhibits and animals as well several educational resources for teachers.

Format: article/field trip opportunity

Nature's checks and balances

This unit introduces students to several essential understandings. They will learn that plants and animals depend on one another for survival and organisms interact within nature to create a balance. They will also learn that humans can influence and manipulate nature.

Format: lesson plan (grade 5 English Language Arts and Science)

By Nicolette Heise.

Resources on the web

The geography of ascent

Students will explore what it would be like to climb one of the Seven Summits, the highest mountains on each continent. They will become familiar with the world's biomes and learn that biomes change not only with latitude but also with elevation. (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Science)

Provided by: National Geographic

The World's Biomes

Information on the major biomes on Earth is presented on this site with short articles on each, along with a general article about the importance of biomes and conservation and preservation of biomes. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: University of California at Berkeley

Kids Do Ecology

Learn about world biomes, marine mammals, and careers in marine science. Follow the migration of whales, dolphins, and sea otters! Learn how to put your data into a graph! Find links to other great ecological websites! (Learn more)

Format: website/activity

Provided by: NCEAS

What's It Like Where You Live: Biomes Around The World

Information about the biomes of the world presented in a personal and colorful way. Within each biome, information is given on the plants and animals of that biome, along with photographs. Frequently asked questions are included, too. Along with the six biomes... (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: Missouri Botanical Garden

K-4 Earth Science Modules

Learn about weather, the environment and other natural science topics by playing these games. (Learn more)

Format: website/activity

Provided by: NASA

Zoom School

An on-line school room with facts and images about geographic, scientific, and language-related themes. Pages of information and activities including printouts and quizzes for each topic. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Enchanted Learning

WildFinder - Mapping the World's Species

This searchable database helps students identify the habitats of more that 30,000 wildlife species from all over the world. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: World Wildlife Fund

Fish and flowers

In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, students hear about a study that compared the flora around ponds with fish to the flora around ponds without fish. (Learn more)

Format: activity/lesson plan (grade 6 Science)

Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

NatureWorks

A rich collection of animal and science information in an attractive, easy to use interface for 3-6 graders. Learn about animal adaptations, habitats, and interdependence or go straight to the facts about North American animals and birds. Video clips available... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: New Hampshire Public Television

Kidsgardening

What better way to celebrate springtime than by planting a garden? Plan, research, share ideas, and tell your stories on this website devoted to gardens, mini-ecosystems and everything you might grow in or near your home or classroom.Kidsgardening... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Gardening Association

Wikipedia

An encyclopedia written collaboratively by its readers. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: WikiMedia Foundation