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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Biomes

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive resource adapted from NASA describes the different temperature, precipitation, and vegetation patterns in seven biomes: coniferous forest, temperate deciduous forest, desert, grassland, rainforest, shrubland, and tundra.
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Other

Missouri Dept. Of Conservation: Missouri Forest Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
This site highlights the importance of forests and the need to keep them healthy. Information about how Missouri depends on its forests for many uses is highlighted.
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Community Learning Network

Community Learning Network: Temperate Forests Theme

For Students 9th - 10th
Numerous sites are listed here so you can learn about temperate forests. There are lesson plans for teachers also!
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University of California

Ucmp: Haracteristics

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief, but thorough overview of the temperate deciduous forest. Lists of flora and fauna found in the forest.
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Introduction to the Biosphere: Characteristics of the Earth's Terrestrial Biomes

For Students 9th - 10th
From Chapter 9 of a textbook on physical geography that covers the biosphere. Important vocabulary is highlighted and linked to a glossary. It explains the characteristics of a biome, and describes the features of the eight different...