Wetlands:
What types of plants would you find there?
What types of animals would you find there? (Fish, amphibians, reptiles)
Where are wetlands located?
 Seasonal changes in wetlands
Climate
Desert plants and life:
Are there different types of deserts?
Where are deserts located?
What types of plants grow in deserts?
What types of animals live there? (Arachnids, reptiles)
Desert climate and weather
Trees plants and flowers
How do the seasons affect plants and trees?
How does climate affect plants and trees?
Why do some plants and trees grow in certain climates and not others?
Evergreens and deciduous trees
The lifecycle of plants and flowers
What is photosynthesis?
Projects
1. Make a diorama
Have students choose Desert or Wetland biome.
Using the information from the above topics of discussion, students can design and create individual biomes.
Suggested Materials for desert and wetland biome
Shoebox
Clay
Glue
Markers, paint, crayons
Sand
Construction paper
Scissors
Tissue paper
Plastic figurines or toys
Artificial moss, ferns and cattails (available at craft stores)
2. Create a wetland and/or desert scene
Wall space or a bulletin board can be divided and students can collectively create side by side scenes or a mural of both wetland and desert.
3. Create a desert garden -- click here
4. Create a terrarium -- click here
Web Resources:
http://www.desertusa.com/life.html
http://www.mbgnet.net/
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/coloring/amphibians.shtml
http://www.nhptv.org/natureworks/nwep7i.htm
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/biomes/swamp/swamp.shtml
Ruthie Bon Bair:
Do Not Go To Bed with Wringing Wet Hair!
By, Susan Lubner Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
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