Worksheet
Curated OER

Desert Adaptations

For Students 5th - 10th
In this desert adaptations worksheet, students are given a water filled sponge which represents an animal. Students observe their "animal" for a 24 hour period and conserve the water in the sponge as best they can. They measure and...
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Arabian Desert Facts

For Students 4th - 7th
Presents interesting information about the Arabian Desert, including its physical geography, climate, plants and animals, their adaptations to the environment, natural resources, and threats to its habitats.
Handout
Center for Educational Technologies

Earth Floor: Desert Biome: Animals

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides information on desert animals and animal adaptations. Offers links to desert plants and their adaptations, other biomes, and more.