Biomes of Earth

Which of Earth's biomes is known for its tall grass and limited hiding places for animals that live there?

• Tundra

• Tropical Rainforest

• Grasslands

• Temperate Forest

Answer explanation

The Savana and Temperate Grasslands have tall grass and limited trees due to the limited amount of rain that falls there. Animals have had to adapt to the conditions in both these areas to survive.

The Temperate Deciduous Forest is known for having all 4 seasons that animals have had to adapt to (hot summers and cold winters). What are 2 of the major adaptations that some animals have made?

• 1. 1. Buying warm clothes for the winter

  2. 2. Turning on the heater

• 1. 1. Migrating to warmer areas in the winter

  2. 2. Hibernating through the winter after eating heavily

• 1. 1. Swimming in the ocean

  2. 2. Hiding in near by caves

Match the animals and plants that live in these 2 Biomes: Tropical Rainforest and Arctic Tundra

• Tropical Rainforest

• 
• Tundra

• 
• Tropical Rainforest

• 
• Tundra

• 
• Tundra

• 

In a Tiaga, what happens to the days during the summer and winter times?

• They are normal days just like anywhere else.

• During the summer there is 20 hours of daylight and during winter there is 20 hours of darkness.

• During summer is gets so hot that everything melts and during winter it freezes and everyone gets snowcones!!

The abundance of rain and sun makes the ________ __________ a perfect place for plants to grow and many species of animals to thrive.

Animals that live in the forest depend on the plants and trees for ____, _____, and _______.

• Food, Water, and Shelter

• Log cabins, tree houses, and hammocks

• Playing Hide and Seek

Point to the Hot Deserts

Click on the Cold Deserts

What adaptation have animals in the Hot Desert developed in order to survive the harsh environment?

• Developed thick fur coats

• Stay inside the house in the AC

• Are nocturnal, resting during the day, and only coming out at night

• Hibernating during the summer months and only coming out when it cools down.

What is something that every Biome has in common?

• They all have all four seasons

• They all have the same animals that live and thrive

• They are all very unique in their own way