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ECOSYSTEMS--ARCTIC
Listed below are selected teaching resources from BLM national, state, and field offices, listed alphabetically by title.
- See also these ecosystems listings: General, Aquatic, Desert, Forest, Riparian, and Wetlands
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Alaska's Cold Desert
Based on Science & Children article, May 1996
Examines the surprising variety of life in the seemingly barren Arctic ecosystem and the adaptations of inhabitants to the extreme cold. Discusses management issues posed by the area and includes poster and classroom activities.
http://www.blm.gov/education/00_resources/articles/alaskas_cold_desert/index.html
Freezing, Permafrost and Plant Growth
Classroom Activity from Science & Children, May 1996 p. 34 - 35
Three activities that demonstrate effects of temperature and freezing on decomposition and the effects of permafrost on plant growth. Illustrates why decomposition is different in northern regions, such as Alaska.
http://www.blm.gov/education/00_resources/articles/alaskas_cold_desert/classroom.html
Gold Rush Days and Endless Nights at Alaska's Coldfoot Visitor Center
1998 BLM Environmental Education feature
Describes the Dalton Highway multi-agency visitor center where travelers learn about Arctic ecosystems, cultural
history and survival.
http://www.blm.gov/education/feature/1998/alaska/akfeature.html
Northern Exposures, Tundra Adaptations
Investigation: Size and Heat
Classroom Activity from Science & Children, May 1996 poster back
In this activity, students study the relationship between size and heat through special investigations. Students then use
illustrated Animal Adaptation Cards to relate principles learned to animal adaptations.
http://www.blm.gov/education/00_resources/articles/alaskas_cold_desert/posterback.html