Grab my free printable for a Taiga Biome 3D model and everything else below to teach your child about this fascinating biome. Too, look at my page Homeschool Geography for hands-on and simple ideas and tips.
The Taiga biome stretches across the northern regions of the globe. Also, it is known as the boreal forest.
It is the largest terrestrial biome on Earth, covering vast areas of land in countries like Canada, Russia, Sweden, Finland, and Norway.
The taiga is a world of dense coniferous forests, meandering rivers, and abundant wildlife.
Here there are long cold winters and short, mild summers.
Temperatures in the taiga can range from -40°F in the winter to 68°F in the summer with precipitation levels being pretty low.
The soil in the taiga is mostly acidic and nutrient-poor which makes it difficult for many plants to grow.
However, coniferous trees are well-adapted to these conditions. They dominate the taiga landscape. Common tree species in the taiga include spruce, fir, pine, and larch.
BOOKS ABOUT THE TAIGA OR BOREAL BIOME
I have a Taiga Biome 3D model that requires nothing else other than scissors, glue, and something to color in the trees and animals if you would like to do so.
First, look at some beautiful books to add to your reading day.
5 Boreal Biome or Taiga Forest Books For Kids Who Love to Read and Be Read To
Grab these fun books whether you’re doing a boreal unit study or learning about the forest for a day.
Combining lyrical storytelling with expertly researched informational text, this beautiful book provides a year-long tour of the planet’s largest land biome ― one of our most important wildernesses.
The vast boreal forest spans a dozen countries in the northern regions like ”a scarf around the neck of the world,“ making it the planet’s largest land biome. Besides providing homes for a diversity of species, this
spectacular forest is also vitally important to the planet: its trees clean our air, its wetlands clean our water and its existence plays an important role in slowing global climate change. In this beautifully written book, award-winning author L. E. Carmichael explores this special wilderness on a tour of the forest throughout the four seasons, from one country to another. Evocative watercolor and collage artwork by award-winning illustrator Josée Bisaillon provides a rare glimpse of one of the world’s most magnificent places.
The great northern forest―the boreal forest―is home to a unique ecosystem of animals and plants. It covers one-third of the earth's total forest area and is home to so many birds that it is known as "North America's bird nursery." The forest is a treasure trove of riches, but it's threatened by increased human development and
climate changes. This gorgeous book teaches readers about the boreal forest and reminds them that it's up to us to make sure the beauty and bounty survive.
From StacyPlays, creator of the mega-popular YouTube series Dogcraft, comes a thrilling illustrated novel about a girl raised by a pack of wolves and her quest to protect their shared forest home. The first in a new Minecraft-inspired fantasy adventure series!
Stacy was raised by wolves. She’s never needed humans to survive and, from what she sees of humans, they’re dangerous and unpredictable. For as long as she can remember, Stacy’s pack of six powerful, playful
wolves—Addison, Basil, Everest, Noah, Tucker and Wink—have been her only family.
Together, Stacy’s pack patrols the forest to keep other animals safe, relying on her wits and each wolf’s unique abilities to accomplish risky rescue missions. But as the forest changes and new dangers begin lurking, are Stacy and the wolves prepared for the perils that await them?
The taiga is unlike any other place on Earth. It is the largest biome on Earth, with long, cold winters that can reach negative 65 degrees Fahrenheit! The plants, animals, and people that live in the taiga are built for survival. This book introduces readers to the landforms, climate, plants, animals, and people of the taiga, as well as the dangers it faces. Colorful photographs and engaging text serve as a passport to this one-of-a-kind biome.
Discusses the ecological life and inhabitants of forested taiga, describing the plants, the animals, and how they live and work together.
Then here is a fantastic vocabulary page covering 50 animals of the Taiga and a full-color printable.
And study the moose, the largest member of the deer family that makes its home in the Taiga with a Moose Nature Study for Kids.
10 FASCINATING CREATURES OF THE TAIGA
While there are many beautiful and fascinating creatures in the Taiga, today I want to focus on just 10, several of which you will find on our Taiga biome 3D model.
- Moose: The largest member of the deer family, moose are known for their long legs, large antlers, and distinctive humped shoulders.
- Gray Wolves:Apex predators that have adaptations for cold climates which include thick shaggy fur, large paws, and sharp senses. These animals hunt in packs, preying on much larger animals like moose and caribou.
- Wolverine: Furry but fierce predators known for their aggressive behavior and can take down animals much larger than themselves.
- Lynx: Lynx are elusive cats that live alone or in very small groups. They are known for their long, tufted ears and piercing green eyes.
- Snowshoe Hare: These rabbits have large feet, which help them distribute their weight and stay on top of the snow. They also change color with the season to camouflage themselves from predators.
- Red Fox: Cunning predators known for their long, bushy tails and pointed ears, they are the largest of the true foxes.
- Ermine: Small, white weasels with winter coats that are prized by fur trappers for their incredible softness and color.
- Pine Marten: These agile climbers that are a member of the weasel family are known for their long, bushy tails and dark brown fur.
- Siberian Flying Squirrel: These small, nocturnal rodents are known for their ability to glide through the boreal forests using a membrane between its limbs.
- Northern Goshawk: Powerful hawks that are the largest and bulkiest of the accipiters, woodland birds, one of two groups of hawks. They have sharp talons, keen eyesight, and a wingspan of up to 46”.
Encourage your learner to locate which areas of the Taiga each animal makes its home in and also have them find more animals beyond these 10.
HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE TAIGA BIOME 3D MODEL
You will need:
- Free Taiga Biome 3D Model (add your email to the link at the end of this post and get the freebie instantly. no waiting)
- Glue
- Scissors
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
Print out all of the 3D diorama pages onto thick sturdy cardstock.
Encourage your child to color in the animals and trees, or leave them as they are.
Cut out each piece, leaving tabs for the base intact.
Fold the tabs in on the bottom and glue or tape to the corresponding side.
To create a sturdy raised base, glue the two sides together.
Attach the background to the base with glue or tape.
Fold the tabs across the dotted line on the animals and trees to create an attachable base.
Place them where you would like them in the biome.
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