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Curated OER

Planting the Seeds of Knowledge

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students study plant growth and aesthetics. For this plant growth lesson, students talk about what plants need to grow and identify the major plant parts. They plant and care for seed while recording growth measurement. They compare the...
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Comparing and Contrasting a Desert Reptile and a Rainforest Mammal

For Teachers 1st
First graders compare and contrast two different type of animals while also making predictions, observations, and asking provocative questioning. In this compare and contrast lesson plan, 1st graders acquire knowledge about why some...
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Soil Preparation for Autumn and Winter

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students determine how and why soil needs to be prepared for the fall and winter seasons. For this agriculture lesson, students determine how to use gardening tools safely. They show how to work with compost material and fertilizer to...
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Exploring the Neighborhood -- Literature Jigsaw

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners compare and contrast domesticated animals and wild animals. They identify plants and animals that have adapted to different habitats. They discover it is everyone's responsibility to protect the environment.
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Curated OER

Building Our Community

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders examine the different relationships within communities. They discover the need for rules and organization. They identify their role in the local community as well.
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Growth and Changes in Plants

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students investigate the growth and changes in plants. They view a video and discuss the changes in plants. They work in small groups to demonstrate vocabulary words to the class. They visit a green house and take pictures of plants to...