Lesson 1.1: What is an Ecosystem?
An ecosystem is a community of living and non-living things interacting together.
Example: "A forest has trees, animals, water, and air that all work together."
Quiz: What makes up an ecosystem?
How to get the right answer:
Think about how plants, animals, water, and air all work together in nature!
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Lesson 1.2: Types of Ecosystems
There are different types of ecosystems, including forests, oceans, deserts, and grasslands.
Example: "A rainforest is warm and wet, while a desert is dry and hot."
Quiz: Which ecosystem is hot and dry?
How to get the right answer:
Think about how different places have different climates and animals!
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Lesson 1.3: What is a Food Chain?
A food chain shows how energy moves from one living thing to another.
Example: "A plant is eaten by a rabbit, and the rabbit is eaten by a fox."
Quiz: What does a food chain show?
How to get the right answer:
Think about how plants and animals depend on each other for food!
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