Did you know that rainforests cover only 6% of the Earth’s surface but are home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species? The rainforest biome is an important part of the Earth’s ecosystem, providing oxygen, regulating the climate, and supporting many, many species of plants and animals. Teaching children about the rainforest […]
Biomes
The Ocean Biome
Did you know that the ocean covers about 70% of the Earth’s surface? Or that there’s enough salt in the ocean to completely cover all the Earth’s land surfaces? The ocean is an amazing place! In this blog post, we’ll “dive into” ideas to support a unit study of the vast ocean biome. We’ll give an […]
The Desert Biome
Did you know that most desert regions receive less than 10 inches of rain per year? Plants and animals in the desert biome have developed some fascinating adaptations to survive in this harsh, arid climate. For example, the camel is able to survive for long periods without water thanks to the ability to store fat […]
The Temperate Forest Biome
With a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees (and often featuring dramatic changes from season to season!) the temperate forest biome is a fascinating ecosystem providing a home for a diverse range of plant and animal species. In this post, we’ll explore this beautiful biome and share useful resources for putting together a forest unit […]
The Wetland Biome
The wetland biome is full of fascinating flora and fauna that are adapted to living in water, making it a unique and important ecosystem for children to learn about. As an early childhood educator, you have the incredible opportunity to spark curiosity and a love for learning in your young students. One way to do […]
The Grassland Biome
The grassland biome is found on all continents except Antarctica. With its vast areas of open spaces and unique and interesting animals, it is a fun biome to study with children. Biomes are large areas of the Earth’s surface with distinct climates and ecosystems. They play a crucial role in shaping the planet’s biodiversity and […]
Free Printable Biomes of Australia
Take a look at some of our Australia Unit Studies work from last year for more ideas. Related Products Click the images for details. (Affiliate links may be included in this post. See full disclosures here.) How To Get This Printable I’ve added this printable to the Resource Library so head over there if you’d like to download […]
Free Printable Biomes of North America
My biomes cards have been inspired by the gorgeous materials created by Waseca. If you haven’t heard of them already, you should definitely check out their incredible offerings. Related Products Click the images for details. (Affiliate links may be included in this post. See full disclosures here.) How To Get This Printable I’ve added this printable […]