Biomes share similar climates and ecosystems, despite being separated geographically on the planet. A presentation introduces the six most common land biomes. It focuses on the commonalities in climate, plants, and animals with many photographs.

Concepts

biomes, the tundra, the taiga, forests, rainforests, grasslands, deserts, desert biome

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Add the map on slide four to science journals
• Assign each student one of the picture animals to research in more detail

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of biomes, plants, and animals

Pros

• Highlights both well-known and unique species
• Allows editing to meet the needs of individual classes

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4