Students pick an animal native to Maryland and research how populations of that animal might be affected by land use changes over the past thirty years. They predict population trends for the next thirty years.

Students examine different organisms in various marine habitats. They identify any adaptations that have allowed the organisms to survive. They develop an imaginary organism and describe its life cycle.

Middle schoolers examine the influence of biodiversity on human culture through the use of birds. They brainstorm words that come to mind when they think of human cultures. They describe ways that human culture and biodiversity are linked.

Learners explore the importance of the wetland ecosystem, its properties and functions, as well as, the many birds, animals, and plant life found there.

Students work together to develop a hypothesis on the natural and applied hybridization of certain species in an ecosystem. Using the internet, they research this topic and read any recent articles or studies. They must note the...

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Seventh graders, after predicting dominant colors foud in their habitat or garden, visit heir area on a monthly basis. They search for colored toothpicks, then graph the results, determining the dominant color for the month.

First graders look for geometrical shapes in nature to help them appreciate the diversity of the natural environment.

Young scholars watch a video about different terrestrial communities. They conduct an experiment with sponges conserving water. They research desert characteristics comparing them with other biomes.

Students are sent on a scavenger hunt to find as many plants as they can in nature.

In this science learning exercise, students examine the list of possible science projects. They look for the characteristics that set apart these ideas as humane.

In this life science review for grade 4 worksheet, 4th graders answer 25 multiple choice questions in standardized test format about life science.

Fifth graders engage in a instructional activity to find information about the natural history of Puerto Rico. They practice using a variety of resources for research purposes. The same process of research is used for state of Wisconsin....

Learn about animal and plant reproduction: similarities and differences, coordination, relationship and adaptation.

Place the aliens in the habitats where they can survive the best. Following the activity, read more about plant and animal habitats, and then take a quick quiz to check for understanding.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will understand how animal and plant adaptations help them to survive in their ecosystem. Web links will allow students to play games and learn more about adaptations.

Learn about the different animals that live in tropical and temperate grasslands and how they have adapted to their environment. Also discusses some plant adaptations.

Second graders will learn about animal adaptation, hibernation, and migration.

Learn about the six main classes of the animal kingdom.

Describes the characteristics, biodiversity, and the adaptations of the plants and animals of temperate and tropical grasslands.

Work samples, phenomena, assessment templates, and videos that directly address standard 4-LS1-1: internal and external structures.

Discover the tropical savannah biome! Here you can learn what a tropical savannah is, where such places exist, and the animals and plants that can be found there.

Here you can find a great fact sheet on the taiga biome! Learn what the taiga is, where it's located, and the types of plants and animals that live there!