Georgia Habitats: Mountains

3rd Grade Science Unit: Georgia On My Mind
Life Science

1. Georgia Habitats: Mountains 3 rd Grade Life Science Standard: S3L1a

2. Standards Life Science S3L1. Students will investigate the habitats of different organisms and the dependence of organisms on their habitat. Differentiate between habitats of Georgia ( mountains , marsh/swamp, coast, Piedmont, Atlantic Ocean ) and the organisms that live there. Identify features of green plants that allow them to live and thrive in different regions of Georgia. Identify features of animals that allow them to live and thrive in different regions of Georgia. Explain what will happen to an organism if the habitat is changed.

3. The Mountains

4. Characteristics: Northern most region of GA Swamps/Marshes Atlantic Ocean

5. The mountains are cold in the winter …

6. Lots of creeks and streams What do yo u see in the picture?

7. High above sea level

8. Brasstown Bald is the highest point in Georgia Beautiful Brasstown Bald, rising 4,784 feet above sea level, is Georgia's highest mountain. As such, this is the first place to see fall color.

9. Soil in the region: Poor soil for farming How would you describe the soil?

10. Animals in region: Includes, but not limited to : Black bears Deer Raccoons Bobcats Trout Opossums Salamanders

11. Animal features that allow them to live and thrive: Thick fur to survive cold winters. Thick padded feet to travel over uneven land. Animals can migrate over large areas for food or shelter. Save energy during winter months when food in scarce (hibernation). Depend on trees for habitats (birds like woodpeckers).

12. Mountain features

13. Plants in region: Includes, but not limited to: Mountain laurels Pine trees Magnolia trees Cherokee Rose Maple trees Lots of forests

14. Plant features that allow them to live and thrive: Trees have thick bark to protect against cold winters, insects, and animal invasion. Thick bark also protects against trees drying out. Pines have leaf blades that allow blades to move freely in the wind. Some plants are poisonous for animals to eat. Thorns keep animals from chewing on or stepping on stems (Cherokee rose).

15. Plant Features

16. Questions