Biomes and Ecosystems

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Ocean

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A large body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth’s surface. It is home to many fish and sea animals.

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Grassland

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A large area of land covered with grass and small plants. There are few trees, and animals like bison, lions, and prairie dogs live here.

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Ecosystem

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All the living things and non living things in the same area and the ways they interact.

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Habitat

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The place where an animal or plant lives and finds food, water, and shelter. For example, a forest is a habitat for deer.

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Pond

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A small body of water where animals like frogs, fish, and turtles live. Ponds are usually smaller than lakes.

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Environment

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The surroundings where living things live, including the air, water, and land. It can be a forest, ocean, or even a city.

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Community

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A group of different kinds of plants and animals that live in the same ecosystem and depend on each other.

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Desert

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A hot, dry place with very little rain and few plants. Animals like camels and snakes live here.

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Population

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One type of organism living in an area. For example, the population of turtles in a pond might be 50.

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Rainforest

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A warm, wet forest that gets a lot of rain. It is full of tall trees, animals like monkeys, and plants like flowers and ferns.