Untamed Science
Untamed Science: Biology: World Biomes: Coastal Oceans Biome
Explore photos, watch video clips, and learn about the aquatic biome located above the continental shelf. [8:37]
University of California
Ucmp: The World's Biomes
The University of California Museum of Paleontology hosts this site devoted to the study of the earth's biomes, which are the world's major communities, classified according to the predominant vegetation and adaptations of organisms to...
Michigan Reach Out
Bottle Habitat
Students create and observe an aquatic habitat. After recording observation students graph the changes.
The Wild Classroom
The Wild Classroom: Biomes of the World: Oceanic Pelagic Biome
Learn about the oceanic pelagic ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.
The Wild Classroom
The Wild Classroom: Biomes of the World: Wetlands Biome
Learn about wetlands ecosystems. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.
Untamed Science
Untamed Science: Biology: World Biomes: Lakes and Ponds Biome
Learn about the biotic and abiotic factors of lakes and ponds as well as learning how lakes form through reading and video clips.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: Lakes and Ponds
This illustrated website features facts about lakes and ponds and their special place in geography, natural history, and as a biome.
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Service: Biologist in Training [Pdf]
Guide for kids and tips for parents on how to explore a wildlife habitat and connect with nature.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Leptoptilos Crumeniferus
A detailed overview of the Marabou stork. Content focuses on this bird's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
abcteach
Abcteach: Ponds
[Free Registration/Login Required] The abcteach directory contains sample pages from their pond unit for non-members. Handouts are in PDF format.
Environmental Education for Kids
Eek!: Lake Superior
This site provides facts, illustrations, and more about the largest Great Lake. Includes descriptions of wildlife and industry. For grades 4-8.
Other
San Francisco Bay Area Wetlands Restoration Program
Homepage for the massive wetlands restoration project in San Francisco Bay. History, objectives, and benefits of the project are described.