1. Climate Regions The climate of a region is the weather over a period of time.

2. Desert Climate Extreme heat and dryness Very hot in the daytime and chilly at night Less than 10 inches of rainfall a year Hot and cold deserts Deserts make-up 20% of the Earth's surface Choose 3 interesting facts about Desert Climates and write them in your foldable. Go to http://kids.nceas.ucsb.edu/biomes/desert.html to find the names of the world's largest coldest and hottest deserts.http://kids.nceas.ucsb.edu/biomes/desert.html Don't forget to add this information in your foldable.

3. Tropical Climate Choose 3 interesting facts about Tropical Climates and write them in your foldable. Areas close to the equator Temperatures average between 70-85F° These areas are warm all year long with lots of sun Home to many different species of animals and rainforests Click on the following link to learn where the world’s largest tropical rainforest is found… http://www.kbears.com/climates/printtropical.html

4. Temperate Climate Choose 3 interesting facts about Temperate Climates and write them in your foldable. Four seasons Mid-way between the equator and the poles Often found near a warm ocean or sea Temperature extremes are uncommon 50 to 60 inches of rainfall a year Gardens flourish in this area Looking at the map, which climate region do you live in? Write your answer in your foldable. I live in...

5. Arctic Climate Located at the northernmost part of the planet Lots of snow and ice Freezing temperatures – as low as -70°C The ice of the Arctic contains 10% of the Earth's fresh water Home to wonderful wildlife Choose 3 interesting facts about the Arctic Climate and write them in your foldable. http://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/unicorn-of-the-sea-narwhal-facts What is a narwhal? Click below to find out.