Park

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/park

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the location?Geographically diverse, ranging from urban cores to remote wilderness areas
2. What is the primary functions?Recreation, conservation of biodiversity, ecological preservation, and public enjoyment
3. Why do we need parks in cities?City parks act like green lungs, cooling the air and giving people a place to relax and stay active. They help keep the city healthier and happier for everyone.
4. How do national parks protect wildlife?National parks keep large areas of land safe so animals can live and grow without being harmed. They guard special plants, rocks, and animals that might be endangered.

Ecological Integrity: The ability of an ecosystem to retain its characteristic processes, functions, and biodiversity over time.
Urban Heat Island Effect: The phenomenon where urban areas are significantly warmer than surrounding rural areas due to human activities and infrastructure.
Carbon Sequestration: The process by which carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere and stored in natural reservoirs like forests and oceans.