Rock Snot, Cane Toads and Other Aliens

Synopsis:

Rock Snot, Cane Toads and Other Aliens reports on living things that have been introduced to new environments and the problems this has caused. The book explains how these pests have affected native plants and animals and disrupted the balance of the ecosystems they have been introduced into. It also outlines various strategies that are being undertaken to eradicate these pests and restore natural environments.

Curriculum link:

Science

Key Concepts:

• Some introduced species become pests because they damage the ecosystem they have been introduced into • Introduced plants and animals can cause native plants and animals to become endangered • Many people work toward eradicating introduced species so as to restore the natural balance of ecosystems

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Extent:

32

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Lesson Plan - Rock Snot, Cane Toads and Other Aliens