Lesson Overview Paying attention to sounds can help us understand how ecosystems function. Objectives Students will listen for five minutes in a semi-isolated space Students will observe sounds and record them on their sound map Students will develop a sense of place through listening in their environment. Grade Level:Â 3-5, 6-8 Subject:Â Life Science Concept:Â Patterns, Scale Proportion … Read more
Lesson Overview We can learn a lot about our local ecosystems by observing one spot over time. Objectives Students will use many senses observe a specific location Students will become familiar with seasonal patterns. Students will identify and document interactions between different parts of their local ecosystem. Grade Level:Â 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 Subject: Earth and Space … Read more
Lesson Overview All five human senses are important in observing nature. Objectives Students will use senses other than sight to observe natural objects. Students will become familiar with differences and similarities between natural objects. Grade Level:Â K-2, 3-5 Subject:Â Life Science Concept:Â Patterns Type: Classroom, Suitable for Homeschool, Uses Common household supplies Standard: Not evaluated Duration:Â < 30 Minutes
Lesson Overview Many important parts of ecosystems, economies, and communities could be changed by an oil spill. Objectives Students will understand maps used in oil spill response. Students will analyze and formulate opinions about the relative importance of protecting various components of local ecosystems. Students will discuss different values and priorities in the context of … Read more