Discovery School - Arctic Biomes-The Threat of the Sea

 

The threat of global warming makes the Arctic particularly vulnerable to rising sea levels. Trail scientists who are studying the effects of rising waters, and meet people on the front lines whose coastal communities are at risk. Students will see firsthand how rising waters are forcing some people to struggle to save their homes, while others fight to save their entire country.

 

Grade Levels: 6-12

How did the “dabbling duck” get its name? What fish can leap up waterfalls? Is a sponge a plant or an animal? What animals can live both in water and on land?
In Creatures of the Waters, you’ll discover answers to these questions and many more. Through pictures, articles, and fun facts, you’ll learn about the great diversity of animal life found in waters around the world.