Build a Biome in a Box

• This activity teaches students about some of the major biomes on Earth, then prompts students to create their own biome diorama in a box. 
• The resource includes a teacher's guide, student instructions, and printable plants and animals to use for each biome. 

Positives

• This engaging activity combines art, science, and reading comprehension. 
• The included student handouts are informative, easy to understand, and allow for student creativity. 

Additional Prerequisites

• You will need a box (shoe boxes are recommended) for each student, as well as varied art supplies. 
• Consider reading the handout digitally and having students chose their biome ahead of time in order to conserve paper. 
  

Differentiation

• This activity would work equally well in science and art classes, as it incorporates a creative activity with scientific knowledge.
• For cross-curricular connections, social studies classes working on geography could use this activity to explore the types of habitats that exist around the world and how people have changed those habitats. 
• This activity is a great opportunity for students to practice their research skills! Allow students to do additional research on their biome of choice in order to add a description of the biome and list other plants and animals that live there. At the end, students can present their findings to their group or the class. 
• For younger students, use the handout as a read aloud. For older students, practice guided or independent reading as appropriate to incorporate ELA skills.
  

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