Try This! – Meet Dr. Roman!
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In this activity, you will go outside and observe the trees in your neighborhood or at your school. You'll note which trees look healthy, draw a tree you see, and complete a short tree study.
Materials:
- My Tree Study log (included)
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Standards addressed in this Activity:
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.
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2-LS4-1
Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
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K-ESS3-1
Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants or animals (including humans) and the places they live.
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K-LS1-1
Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive.
The Common Core Standards are educational benchmarks in the United States that outline clear expectations for what students should know and be able to do in English language arts and mathematics from kindergarten through 12th grade, aiming to ensure consistency and coherence in education nationwide.
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Participate in shared research and writing projects (e.g., explore a number of "how-to" books on a given topic and use them to write a sequence of instructions).
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With guidance and support from adults, recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.
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Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.
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.
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People, Places, and Environments