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Unit Plan

Ecosystems

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A critical look into the structure and function of ecosystems is here for young learners as a series of lessons and worksheet activities. Topics covered include land-based and marine ecosystems, connections to the water cycle, food webs, and challenges to the ecosystems.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
desert ecosystems, ecosystems, food webs, food chains, coastal ecosystems, marine ecosystems
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Additional Tags
science
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Instructional Ideas
  • There are several opportunities for cross-curricular work within the activities presented, such as designing a cinquain poem or completing Internet research. Use these times to reinforce skills and develop greater media literacy
Classroom Considerations
  • This resource was meant to supplement a foundational understanding of ecosystems with more critical analysis and in-depth assignments
Pros
  • Engaging assessment project in which pupils design a board game to teach children about ecosystems
  • All worksheets, rubrics, and activity materials included
Cons
  • None