FACTivity – Quaking in Their Roots
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In this FACTivity, you will examine the rings on a cross-section of a tree trunk. Can you determine how old the tree is and what growing conditions it experienced? Then draw your own tree cross-section to illustrate your life experiences so far.
Materials:
- Thin cross-sections of tree trunks or branches (also known as "tree cookies"); these can also be purchased or you can view pictures online.
- Paper and a writing utensil to draw
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Standards addressed in this Activity:
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
- Science, Technology, and Society
- Time, Continuity, and Change