Palaeontology, geology, geography, meteorology, environmental issues, ecosystems and biomes are just a few of the fascinating topics encompassed by the field of Earth Science. These topics thread their way through school curricula at every grade level and provide teachers with many possibilities for building classroom units of study. The following background information and list of resources might be helpful when integrating the learning standards from each subject area to create a literature-based theme around ecosystems and biomes.
