Lesson Plan

The Poinsettia: Native Mexican Plant vs. U.S. Christmas

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Students compare and contrast native Mexican poinsettia plants to those marketed in the United States. They watch a PowerPoint presentation, and listen to a version of the legend of the poinsettia. Students then create a paper pinwheel poinsettia following step-by-step directions from the teacher.

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Resource Details
Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
Technology
Presentation
Year
2007