THE RAINFOREST
created by Janet Rainey
Saluda Trail Middle Sp. Education
Rock Hill School District
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| INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the RAINFOREST. It is an incredible and beautiful place. The rainforest is home to millions of species of plants and animals. There is much to explore in the rainforest. Find out what is happening to the rainforest and what you can do to help protect it. Work with your partner throughout the treasure hunt. Use the web sites to help you find your answers to the questions below. |
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THE QUESTIONS AND RESOURCES 1. Name 4 plants that grow in the Rainforest. 2. What do these plants offer our society? http://www.rainforesteducation.com/ 3. What are the consquences of destroying the Rainforest? http://www.bagheera.com/inthewild/spot_sprain.htm 4. Name 2 organizations that are trying to protect the Rainforest. http:// www.tc-biodiversity.org/ftc.htm 5. Name 5 of each that live in the Rainforest: ***Mammals Reptiles Insects Birds Amphibians http://www.animalsoftherainforest.com http://www.goodgreenfun.com http://www.EnchantedLearning.com/subjects/rainforest/ 6. Describe the Rainforest. http://www.toucansam.kelloggs.ca/eng/c1p1.htm 7. How much rain does the Rainforest receive each year? How much rain does your area get ? http://www.eduweb.com/rain/rainfall.html |
| THE BIG QUESTION
Using the information you have acquired in the treasure hunt, you and your partner are to design a poster, bullentin board, or travel brochure to present to the class. Include at least 20 different facts on your presentation. You may also include photographs or drawings to make it more appealing. |
| THE RESOURCES
Resources for information is located below each question. |
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