Summary
This program introduces students to what a saltmarsh is; the diversity and abundance of plants and animals in saltwater wetlands. Characteristics of and interrelationships among saltmarsh inhabitants will be included.
Objectives
Students will:
Discover plant adaptations to salt water;
Observe signs of animal life in the marsh;
Explore channel water to discover aquatic plants and animals;
Search for invertebrate animals who live in the marsh;
Observe saltmarsh wildlife
Grade Level
The grade level of the Saltmarsh Wonders program is second through fourth grade.
Subject Areas
Environmental Science
Language Arts
Life Science
Duration
The program lasts 2 hours.
Setting
The program takes place on the channel and on the trail.
