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Wonderful Activity Pages Wetlands Education System - Learn about the definition of wetlands, what types of plants and wildlife are common to wetlands and the importance of the wetlands ecosystem in flood and erosion control, water purification and groundwater recharge. A beautiful introduction to this important ecosystem. Inhabitant Word Search - Search for the types of animals found in wetlands. A Wetlands Education and Stewardship Program - suggests ways to study wetland characteristics, why wetlands are important, and how students and teachers can help protect a local wetland. PLT helps students gain awareness and knowledge of the natural and built environment, their place within it, as well as their responsibility for it.