Episode 20: First Grade Habitat Project- Freshwater

Freshwater habitats include places like ponds, lakes, and rivers, where the water is not salty. Our student researchers shared facts about the plants and animals that live in these water-filled homes, detailing the specific freshwater environments and animals they studied.  

Transcript

SPEAKER_01 0:08

We are so glad you are here. Every habitat is special. Let's get the habitat scoop to find out why this home is just right for the plants and animals who live here.

SPEAKER_00 0:18

There are plants that have a fuzzy spot on the end. Flo win can freeze the one with the fish. It has lilies, it has cattails. Falmers use freshwater to grow food. Animals and plants need freshwater to live. It doesn't have salt.

SPEAKER_01 0:42

Great job, team. It sounds like the freshwater habitat is just right for the plants and animals that live there. It has food, water, and plenty of shelter. This just in, we have some amazing animals to tell you about. Squeak, roar, and splash. Here come the facts.

SPEAKER_00 1:03

Beavers and muskrats are animals that live in freshwater. Trout eat worms, insects, and other fish. Bullfrogs live in freshwater. Beavers slap the water when they're allted outside. Bullfrogs have big, powerful legs to jump.

SPEAKER_01 1:30

Dragonflies have big eyes. Wow, those are some amazing animals. Before we go, let's remember the three things animals need to survive in their habitats.

SPEAKER_00 1:47

Food, water, and shelter.

SPEAKER_01 1:50

Would you like to live in the freshwater habitat?

SPEAKER_00 1:53

Yes.

SPEAKER_01 1:56

Thanks for joining us for the Maple Cat Catholic.