Assignment: Population/Biodiversity Games

Created by Deborah H (Shy Dimension) on

3 activities: 3 games

30 min

Activity 1: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 9 min

Ecoplay and Biodiversity

Say, "Hello, again!" to the dodo bird, an organism that went extinct many years age. In this game, the dodo will try to make a comeback based on your performance during the game. You will learn the factors that affect our ecosystems and biodiversity, and you will use your knowledge to complete a variety of interactive activities, like building a food chain and pollinating a flower.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (96) 3.9 stars.

Student Ratings (34982) 3.5 stars.

Activity 2: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 11 min

EcoKingdoms: Growth of Populations

You've been hired as a park manager. You will make choices that impact the number of visitors in the park, the plants, animals, and park funds. You need to keep everything in balance in order to keep your job. The meters will show you the impact of your choice. Watch the meters; if you mismanage the park, you will be fired.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (114) 4.1 stars.

Student Ratings (13415) 3.7 stars.

Activity 3: Question Game. Estimated duration: 10 min

Population Frenzy

In this game, you are a cat collecting resources like sunlight, water, and food. As you collect items, you will learn about the factors that affect population growth. When you answer questions correctly, you will earn special abilities. Make sure you avoid obstacles like bombs and enemies! Conquer all five levels to win the game.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (56) 4.0 stars.

Student Ratings (15492) 3.4 stars.