In this design challenge, students will harness the power of the sun …
In this design challenge, students will harness the power of the sun to design, construct and evaluate a solar-powered model car of their creation. Students will utilize the design process and select an optimal gear ratio and components for their car.
In this lesson, students use simple tools to observe leaves that have …
In this lesson, students use simple tools to observe leaves that have fallen and those that are still growing on trees. Then they will sort leaves by a variety of attributes.
In this lesson, students understand and cite examples of basic needs within …
In this lesson, students understand and cite examples of basic needs within familiar ecosystems. Students will also understand that if basic needs are not met, organisms may become threatened, endangered, or extinct.
In this lesson, students will learn about the natural movement of water …
In this lesson, students will learn about the natural movement of water through a watershed and how human activity can be either detrimental or beneficial to the stream environment.
In this lesson, students name at least three products that come from …
In this lesson, students name at least three products that come from trees, describe what life would be like without wood products, and explain the statement "Wood is a renewable resource."
In this lesson, students will define "nonpoint source pollution" and identify examples …
In this lesson, students will define "nonpoint source pollution" and identify examples of it. They will also describe what storm water is and explain the purpose of a storm drain. Students will design an effective PSA to show how to reduce nonpoint source pollution and then work collaboratively to design a system to remove pollution from a simulated river.
In this lesson, students will be able to identify differences in the …
In this lesson, students will be able to identify differences in the water quality of a stream. Students will accurately follow directions and complete water testing. Then, collect aquatic insects and identify them using the chart and pictures and come up with an index value. Students will then be able to identify causes of changes and pollution in the water of a stream.
In this lesson, students will recognize water as a frequent subject in …
In this lesson, students will recognize water as a frequent subject in the news. Students will uitilize different sources to find information on current water issues. Then students will use writing skills to publish a paper on water issues.
In this lesson, students will identify all of the watersheds to which …
In this lesson, students will identify all of the watersheds to which they belong. Students will read maps to identify bodies of water and order these bodies of water from smallest to largest, in order of flow.
In this lesson, students will describe characteristics of wetlands. They will also …
In this lesson, students will describe characteristics of wetlands. They will also identify plants and animals found in wetlands and identify reasons wetlands are important to our environment.
In this lesson, students will describe relationships among precipitation, runoff, and wetlands. …
In this lesson, students will describe relationships among precipitation, runoff, and wetlands. Students will relate the importance of wetland functions to their own needs and daily lives.
In this lesson, students will learn that different liquids have different pH …
In this lesson, students will learn that different liquids have different pH levels. They will understand that pH levels have both negative and positive effects on organisms and objects.
In this lesson, students will analyze water samples for contaminants. Students will …
In this lesson, students will analyze water samples for contaminants. Students will use the Internet or other sources to identify sources of water contamination and relate contaminants to local sources.
In this lesson, students describe how abiotic and biotic factors can affect …
In this lesson, students describe how abiotic and biotic factors can affect the size of a deer herd. Students will explain and simulate the management of a deer herd.
In this collection of five inquiry-based, hands-on lesson plans, students explore white-tailed …
In this collection of five inquiry-based, hands-on lesson plans, students explore white-tailed deer biology and forest ecology. Each lesson builds upon the previous one, culminating in a final assignment for the students. These lessons focus on the impact of deer on the forest ecosystem and the need for better education and understanding about the issues surrounding deer abundance.
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