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Thematic Focus: Biodiversity
Biodiversity
How does biodiversity define the Earth? What is the possible impact of the loss of biodiversity? Explore the intricacies of biodiversity and discover what makes the Earth tick — with featured video clips, lesson plans, discussion guide, and activities.
Resources
Discussion Guide
Learn more about biodiversity hotspots or launch a poster campaign to inform the community about the dangers of destroying the Earth's biodiversity.
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Grades 3-5 Lesson Plan
Research the habitats of the world in small groups and report findings to the class.
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Grades 6-8 Lesson Plan
Assess local biodiversity by collecting and examining leaves.
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Grades 9-12 Lesson Plan
Read conservation-oriented literature and write an essay that describes your personal reaction to the book and its possible influence on science and society.
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Activities
Niche
An image defining the term "niche," which is an integral component of biodiversity
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Biodiversity Scramble
Students unscramble terms associated with biodiversity, ecosystems, and extinction to discover a secret message.
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Video Clips
The Scientific Study of Biodiversity
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Earth: A Unique Planet
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The Threat to Biodiversity
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Connected Systems: Biodiversity, Ecosystems, and Ecology
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Program Introduction: How Evolution has Led to Biodiversity
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Venezuela: Evolutionary Paradise for Biodiversity
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Year on Earth 2-pack DVD


Follow three American teens as they try to save the Earth from environmental damage. Visit three threatened habitats: Pantanal in Brazil, the coastline of Costa Rica, and the wetlands of Botswana.
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