The geographically informed person knows and understands the characteristics and spatial distribution of ecosystems on Earth's surface. The student will understand how processes interact to produce changes in the environment, i.e. wetland as observing a pond turning into a wetland due to water evaporation. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of wetlands to wildlife and humans in relation to Cheyenne Bottoms located in central Kansas. Atheneum Books for Young Readers. Book, Magic School Bus Hops Home.
Wetlands serve many purposes.
Migrating birds depend upon food from the wetlands that lie on their migratory route. Insects, spiders, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians depend on the wetlands for their habitat. Wetlands help control floodwaters. Wetlands help to refill and purify ground water reserves by allowing water to slowly filter downward. Plants such as ferns, cattails, and marsh grasses are often found in wetland areas.