Deserts
http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resources/ess05/sci/ess/earthsys/deserts/index.html


Deserts, one of the four major terrestial biomes, cover about one-fifth of Earth's land area. This interactive slide presentation shows some aspects of deserts, including dunes, desert-adapted plants, oases, and sculpted rock formations. There is also a map showing the distribution of the world's deserts. A background essay and discussion questions are included.

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Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Geology
Grade Level: Middle (6-8), Primary (K-2), Intermediate (3-5)
Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Atmospheric Science