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Pupils write poetry to describe a noxious weed. They form a personal relationship with, and a better comprehension of weeds. Students explain what the basic elements of a haiku are. They describe a particular weed, and comprehend the basic ecology of the weed. Pupils create a haiku.

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haikus, types of poetry, ecology, weeds

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ecology, haiku, weeds, science
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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