Students will learn about the importance of plants to people and other living things, and about the harmful effects plants face and how to minimize these effects. 10 pages, with answer key.
Success Criteria:
recognize that people get energy from food and that they release this energy
use drawings and descriptions to communicate the way a food chain/ food web works
make conclusions about the sun’s energy as a food source for plants and make connections to animals and people in the environment
design, plan, and construct a growing environment for plants
make and record observations of the final product by comparing and sharing similarities, differences, and benefits of the design
Suggestions for differentiation are also included so that all students can be successful in the learning environment.