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Creating an ecosystem is as simple as baking a cake. Well, maybe not, but using a recipe analogy helps learners realize that ecosystems consist of different components that come together in unique ways. Offer this worksheet as an extension activity during a unit on ecosystems, to accompany a reading of Dr. Seuss' The Lorax, or as a fun worksheet to celebrate Earth Day.
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Pros
- Provides a creative outlet for learners to apply knowledge about ecosystems
- Allows students to support their ideas with illustrations
- Includes definitions and examples of key vocabulary
Cons
- Assumes prior knowledge about the relationships between living and nonliving components of an ecosystem
- Not a complete lesson, requires explicit instruction about ecosystems