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Tree Journal Lesson Plan

Tree Journal Lesson Plan

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Students develop their observation skills by applying their senses to the study of life in and around a single tree. They take a walk to locate a nearby tree. They utilize a worksheet imbedded in this plan which helps them write their observations.

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