Learners explore ecosystems. In this ecology lesson, students read an article explaining ecosystems. Learners create a visual organizer with index cards using components of various ecosystems.

Third graders research ecosystems, the work of ecologists, John Muir's contribution to the environment and an endangered species of their choice. They read books, participate in discussions, and write reports.

Students explore the ecosystem and food chain by researching Pacific Salmon. In this fish habitat lesson, students discover the life cycle for salmon, where they spawn and what they eat to survive the harsh elements. Students participate...

Students explore algal blooms.  In this ecosystem and health lesson plan, students define and describe harmful algal blooms, then discuss ways in which the impact of these algal blooms could be reduced.  Students work in groups...

Learn how energy is transferred through the food chain.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how energy is transferred from one organism to another.