Description:
A wetland includes an area of ground or soil that has a lot of water in it or is covered by shallow water. The water may be fresh or salty. Unique groups of plants and animals are adapted to live in wetlands, and these areas are an important part of the Earth's biosphere. This WWW site contains the following activities:
A walking and aero tour of The Lake Hills Greenbelt Trail
Learning about Wetlands - activities especially for primary; information and resources for all ages.
From Marsh to Marina

(NOTE: The funding period for the Athena Project is over, but this website is still supported.)

Organization:
The Athena Project

URL:
http://vathena.arc.nasa.gov/curric/land/wetlands/index.html

Contact:
None -- This project has ended.

Cost:
Free

Education Level:
Kindergarten-Grade 4
Grades 5-8

Subject:
Water Resources
Wetlands

Resource Type:
Internet Site
Curriculum/Instructional Materials

Date Added to teachearth.com:
11/25/01