Explore the Ecosystem

What do plants need to grow?

• Sunlight, water, carbon dioxide, and nutrients.

• Darkness, ice, and plastic

• Air, sugar, and salt

• Moonlight, sand, and minerals

Name one animal that lives in the forest.

• penguin

• lion

• shark

• deer

What is the home of a fish called?

• aquarium

• river

• pond

• ocean

Can you name a type of tree?

• Pine

• Cactus

• Maple

• Oak

What do bees make?

• Sugar and flour

• Honey and beeswax

• Milk and cheese

• Fruit and vegetables

What do we call the place where animals live?

• zoo

• sanctuary

• habitat

• farm

What is the weather like in a desert?

• Desert weather is consistently mild and humid.

• Deserts experience heavy rainfall throughout the year.

• The weather in a desert is always cold and wet.

• The weather in a desert is hot and dry during the day, with cooler temperatures at night.

Name a bird that can fly.

• Sparrow

• Ostrich

• Kiwi

• Penguin

What do we call the water where fish live?

• Freshwater habitat

• Aquatic environment

• Aquatic zone

• Marine ecosystem

Why are trees important for the environment?

• Trees are important for the environment because they produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide, provide habitat, prevent soil erosion, and regulate the water cycle.

• Trees are only important for providing shade.

• Trees have no impact on air quality.

• Trees are primarily used for furniture making.