Ecosystems LIVE Episode 2 – Activity – Pollination
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After watching episode 2 of Ecosystems LIVE about human impacts on insects, you can try this Nature Nearby Challenge.
In this activity, you'll simulate the act of pollination using snack foods.
Materials:
- Roll of paper towels
- Markers
- Plastic Bowls
- Construction Paper (optional)
- Snack food with sticky residue (cheese puffs or something similar)
- Individually wrapped candy
This activity originally appeared in "The Bee Frequency" monograph.
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Glossary
View All GlossaryStandards addressed in this Activity:
Next Generation Science Standards
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are a set of K-12 science education standards emphasizing inquiry-based learning, real-world applications, and integrating engineering practices, aiming to deepen understanding of science while promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- MS-LS1-4Use argument based on empirical evidence and scientific reasoning to support an explanation for how characteristic animal behaviors and specialized plant structures affect the probability of successful reproduction of animals and plants respectively.
Social Studies Standards
Social Studies Standards are educational guidelines outlining the essential knowledge, skills, and concepts students should learn in subjects such as history, geography, civics, and economics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of societal structures, historical events, and global perspectives.
- People, Places, and Environments
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