Learn what swamps are, why water stays still there, and how plants help keep the water clean. Perfect for curious 7-year-old kids!
A swamp is a type of wetland. It is a place where water collects, but the water doesn’t move like a fast river. Instead, the water stays still or moves very slowly.
Swamps are home to many plants and animals that love water. You can find lots of trees, grasses, frogs, birds, and even some fish living there.
In a swamp, the land is usually flat, so the water doesn’t flow quickly. This makes the water stay still or move very slowly.
Because the water in a swamp doesn’t move, it can get dirty or have tiny bits that need to be cleaned. The plants in the swamp help by filtering the water. This means they take in dirt and chemicals to keep the water clean and healthy for all the animals that live there.
Swamps help keep the environment clean and safe. They provide a home for many plants and animals, and they also help control flooding by holding lots of water.
So, swamps are special places full of life where plants work very hard to keep their water home clean!