How did the Tongva make their homes? The Tongva built the frame of their homes with the arroyo willow, whose branches are both strong and flexible. Marsh reeds called tule were tied or folded over the frame. volunteer now »
Teacher Resources Grade 6
Branching Out - Click to download »
Where does your water come from? Build a model and predict where the water will travel across the land.Feeding Frenzy - Click to download »
What animal relationships exist in the wetlands? This activity studies food webs and bioaccumulation.Silt: A Dirty Word - Click to download »
Can land-based activities influence aquatic wildlife and its habitat? Experience what happens to a stream and its flow of water when silt and/or sand are added to the water.
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