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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Out of Control

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students release care of a lawn. In this Science lesson plan, students observe the changes that occur when lawn maintenance is stopped. Students record data from several observations.
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Activity
Chase Young, PhD

Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: Gary Paulsen's Lawn Boy [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
A reader's theater script for Gary Paulsen's children's book, Lawn Boy, is provided on these pages. Nine character roles are needed in this activity.
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Article
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Habitat Network: How to Practice Wildlife Friendly Mowing

For Students 9th - 10th
When it is time to mow, find out the simple strategies to consider to minimize negative impacts on wildlife.
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Article
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Habitat Network: Get Reel When Mowing

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about different mowing options to provide a beautiful lawn which also serves an important ecological purpose.
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Article
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Habitat Network: Installing and Maintaining a Native Lawn

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how the native approach can improve a yard to provide habitat for birds and other wildlife while keeping a grassy open area for recreation.
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Website
University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Integrated Pest Management Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives general info on Integrated Pest Management. Along with news, IPM contacts, publications, and related links. Also lists various subject areas to look into.