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Discover the fascinating world of habitats where plants and animals thrive. A habitat is the natural home of various species, and it can take many forms. In this unit, we will explore three major habitats: forests, deserts, and oceans, along with the unique creatures that inhabit them. From the towering trees in forests to the arid conditions of deserts and the vibrant life in oceans, each habitat has its own characteristics. Join us to learn more about where different living organisms call home!
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Where Do We Live? A Unit on Habitats
Where we live is called our habitat. A habitat is the area where a plant or animal naturally grows and lives. There are many different types of habitats. Let’s learn about some... What’s it like where you live?
Forests A forest is a habitat where many trees and plants grow in a large area of land. There are three different kinds of forests throughout the world, all with different characteristics. Learn more on the web
What are some living things we find in a forest? • Squirrels • Bears • Raccoons • Turtles http://www.jasonproject.org/expeditions/index.html
Desert A desert is a type of habitat where there is a humid climate and has very little rain fall. It is a dry region and food and water are often hard to find. Learn more on the web
What are some living things we find in a desert? • Coyotes • Iguanas • Snakes • Wolves Other animals of the desert
Oceans An ocean is an underwater habitat with fascinating animals and plants. It is one of the most populated environments on Earth. http://www.pbs.org/oceanrealm/
What are some living things we find in the ocean? • Fish • Lobsters • Starfish • Anemones • Dolphins • Whales http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Gorge/1920/hbacks.au http://swflorida.com/dolphin/sounds/click1.wav
Let's Review... What type of habitat has a humid climate and very little rain fall? A desert What type of habitat has a large area of land where many trees grow? A forest
Now it's your turn! Visit these web sites to put together your presentation on a habitat: http://oberon.educ.sfu.ca/projects/safari/3DTouchTank/3dlib/spltkelp.mov http://polk.ga.net/westside/Kidsearch/ http://www.livingdesert.org/ http://www.scientia.org/ttot/tidepool/biomes/pbear.html http://www.ajkids.com