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The purpose of this pathfinder is to help students find information about Illinois plants and animals. There are online resources, books, magazines, videos, and nearby places to visit. The pathfinder was created to assist 4th graders with the necessary resources to complete their Illinois plant and animal research projects. Students will find anwers to questions which involve all aspects of Illinois plant and animal life. They will be able to find information about the state plants and animals and how and when they were chosen. They will also see a list of many nearby places to visit that will allow them to experience some hands-on learning opportunities.



Illinois Plants and Animals  A 4th Grade Pathfinder Did you know that we have Illinois's official state prairie grass plant growing right in front of our school? It is the one in the picture below that is red and looks like tall grass. If you don't know what it is called you will after you use some of the resources that are provided on this Pathfinder.You will also be able to learn more about the types of plants that grow in our state. With a state like ours that stretches for 395 miles from the northern to southern tip, you will be surprised at how this can impact the plants that can thrive in the different regions.

So what kinds of animals live in Illinois? You will find that there is a large variety of insects, birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, and amphipians that can be found. So look to the tabs on the right and start clicking on the resources that are included so that you can learn more about Illinois plants and animals.

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