Saving the Rainforests

# A Fragile and Important Ecosystem Take a trip deep into the heart of tropical rainforests around the world! Explore this unique ecosystem, the creatures that live within them, and understand the delicate balance that exists between all living things. Students can also gain a deeper understanding of the importance of preserving rainforests, and how changes to this environment can have far-reaching consequences. ## Key Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify and name animals and plants from rainforest ecosystems 2. Describe the rainforest habitat and the interdependence between living things 3. Explain how deforestation affects the rainforest ecosystem, and interdependence and contributes to climate change ## How to Use This Playlist: This playlist includes a range of resources designed to help students understand the importance of preserving rainforest ecosystems. For lower-level students, this playlist can be used to introduce tropical rainforests and the flora and fauna that call it home. To preview a track, scroll down and select the track you want to view. Here are some suggestions on how to use the resources: ***Rainforest Ecosystem: Future Forests Explorable Scene*** – This **new** explorable scene places students at the center of the issue of rainforest destruction to understand its wide-ranging impacts – allowing them to explore the rainforest ecosystem, and glimpse into its different possible futures. This experience was produced in association with Rainforest Foundation UK and the Asháninka Indigenous Community. Please see below for a step-by-step experience guide and additional learning materials. - [Future Forests](http://edvr.se/bett2025/av-scene-future-forest-01) ***Flora, Fauna & Interdependence 3D Models*** – These models can be used in various ways, including to help students name and identify animals and plants or to discuss interdependence and adaptations. They can also be used to examine unique features closely. - Rubber Tree - Kapok Tree - Sloth and Baby in Tree Animated - Prayer Plant - Capuchin Monkey Animated - Anaconda on Tree Animated - Poison dart frog - Indigenous Dwelling ***Tropical Rainforests Worldwide*** – These different rainforests, scattered across four continents, provide essential resources for plants, animals and humans alike. As an extended activity with these images, you can also discuss the difference between natural and manufactured rainforests with the **Tropical Rainforest, South China Botanical Garden热带雨林** image and the how deforestation threatens tropical rainforests with **the Destruction of the Lacandona Jungle,** Mexico image. - Pure tropical rainforest jungle of Brazil South America Amazon \#13 - Migoutsi River, Nyanga, Gabon - Tropical Rainforest, South China Botanical Garden热带雨林 - Destruction of the Lacandona Jungle **Thinglink Rainforest** - Explore the Amazon rainforest with this interactive walk through. As you move between images, interact with the icons and discover key facts about the ecosystem, the animals that live within and the impact human activity is having on this lush, biodiverse environment. - [Rainforest](https://www.thinglink.com/scene/1934287641390351013)