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Boreal Forest Fire Explorer

Provided by: The Concord Consortium|Published on: May 28, 2026

Data, Graphs, and Maps

6-AP

Synopsis

In this interactive simulation, students can see how fires impact the evolution of forest species in boreal forests.
Students can toggle climate change on or off and place sparks before playing the fire event simulation.

Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences

Authors: The Concord Consortium

Region: Global

Languages: English

Prerequisites:

Define the terms boreal forest and forest succession for students.
Consider discussing with students how climate change can impact forest fires and the vegetation growing after one.

Preparation:

Classroom Implementation:

Use this simulation to spark conversations about climate change, forest fires, vegetation, and carbon storage.
Consider having students work alongside a partner to compare their different fire events and resulting consequences.

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