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Explore the Wonders of Ecosystems with this Interactive Sorting Activity!

Dive into the fascinating world of ecosystems and food chains with this engaging, hands-on resource!

Students will discover the essential roles of organisms and their interactions within ecosystems through vibrant illustrations, key biological terms, and real-world examples.

This resource builds critical thinking, classification skills, and scientific vocabulary, making it an invaluable addition to any science lesson.

What’s Included:
20 Picture Cards: Engaging visuals of animals, plants, and their natural habitats (e.g., “A vulture perched on a tree with a carcass in the background”).
20 Role Cards: Descriptions of organisms’ roles within the ecosystem (e.g., “An organism that cleans up decaying material and contributes to nutrient recycling in wetlands.”).
20 Ecosystem Category Cards: Identifies the specific category of each organism (e.g., “Decomposer,” “Consumer,” “Producer”).
Blank Cards: Students can create their own sets, encouraging creativity and reinforcing their understanding of ecosystems.

How It Works:
Students will match cards into sets of three, connecting:
Picture Card: A realistic illustration of an organism or plant in its natural habitat.
Role Card: Describes the organism’s specific role within the ecosystem.
Ecosystem Category Card: Identifies whether the organism is a producer, consumer, or decomposer.
Extension Activity:
Use the blank cards to let students create their own organisms, roles, and ecosystem categories, promoting creativity and deepening their understanding of how ecosystems function.

Why Teachers Love It:
Interactive & Versatile: Ideal for science centers, group rotations, or independent practice.
Customizable: Blank cards provide opportunities for differentiation and student creativity.
Standards-Aligned: Supports NGSS and other science standards related to ecosystems and food chains.
Durable & Reusable: Print, laminate, and use for years to come!
With 60 pre-made cards (20 sets of 3) and blank cards for custom exploration, this resource offers a fun, interactive way to help students understand the roles and interactions of organisms within ecosystems.

Use it in small groups, independent centers, or whole-class lessons to make science engaging, interactive, and unforgettable!

Best Wishes!