Explore the scientific process through nature. Scholars become scientists as they develop a question, design an experiment, collect data, and analyze their results. A two-week lesson guides your classes through the process and provides resources as they explore nature through the eyes of a scientist.

Concepts

scientific research, the scientific method, evidence, data, data collection

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Post research for parent and community viewing
• Record new or important vocabulary throughout the unit in a graphic organizer

Classroom Considerations

• Several lessons require time prior to the activity to prep materials

Pros

• Designed to differentiate for various levels
• Provides opportunities to connect science with the community

Cons

• None