Challenge scholars to research a biome and create a presentation for the producers of Survivor to choose their ecosystem for the next season's show. The materials include outlines, worksheets, and grading rubrics for individuals as well as groups.

 

Concepts

biomes, climates

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign pupils a biome to research by holding a drawing
• Other biomes to include: mountains, polar grasslands, polar desert, and ocean

Classroom Considerations

• Provide access to Internet and resource books during class time
• Requires prior knowledge of how to cite sources

Pros

• Presents and engaging and unique way to consider biomes
• All required items are easy to find
• Can be completed during class time or as an at-home project

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.2 RST.6-8.7 RST.6-8.8 RST.9-10.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.9-10.8