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Ecological Citizen

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Young scholars examine the interconnectedness of living and non-living things that constitute an ecosystem. They examine fallen trees,insects, living trees, leaves, food webs, and forests. They conduct various activities and write poems about forest life.

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coniferous trees, trees, deciduous trees, habitats

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coniferous, deciduous, habitat, science
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Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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