In this activity students play the role of coniferous trees. First they learn about seasonal freeze/thaw cycles and dormancy through a game of tag. Students then juggle complex environmental factors to try to survive a growing season in a changing climate. Connections between freeze/thaw cycles, photosynthesis and the global carbon cycle are explored. Learn More
What do a sleek blue whale and a prickly sea urchin have in common?
They both live in California coastal ecosystems! From help for kelp to coastal critters, Discover California Coastal Ecosystems shows why the coast is the most. Fun-filled activities teach students about the biology, ecology and history of the shores of the Golden State. Learn More