Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.8. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
all the components they think would be necessary for a healthy forest
NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas. LS2.A – Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems. The food of almost any kind of animal can be traced back to plants. Organisms are related in food webs in which some animals eat plants for food and other animals eat the animals that eat plants. Some organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organisms (both plants or plants parts and animals) and therefore operate as “decomposers.” Decomposition eventually restores (recycles) some materials back to the soil. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their particular needs are met. A healthy ecosystem is one in which multiple species of different types are each able to meet their needs in a relatively stable web of life. Newly introduced species can damage the balance of an ecosystem.
food chain using an equation like this
NGSS Performance Expectations. 5-PS3-1. Use models to describe that energy in animals’ food (used for body repair, growth and motion and to maintain body warmth) was once energy from the sun
Animals are not able to make their own food energy and must rely on plants for food
NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas. LS2.A – Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems. The food of almost any kind of animal can be traced back to plants. Organisms are related in food webs in which some animals eat plants for food and other animals eat the animals that eat plants. Some organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organisms (both plants or plants parts and animals) and therefore operate as “decomposers.” Decomposition eventually restores (recycles) some materials back to the soil. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their particular needs are met. A healthy ecosystem is one in which multiple species of different types are each able to meet their needs in a relatively stable web of life. Newly introduced species can damage the balance of an ecosystem.
The station can be monitored over time to see how the decomposition process progresses
NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas. LS2.A – Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems. Some organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organisms (both plants or plants parts and animals) and therefore operate as “decomposers.” Decomposition eventually restores (recycles) some materials back to the soil.
Build a “log station” at your school or site
NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. 3 – Planning and Carrying Out Investigations. 3-5. Make observations and/or measurements to produce data to serve as the basis for evidence for an explanation of a phenomenon or test a design solution.
A squirrel may come to an oak tree for acorns to eat
NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas. LS2.A – Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems. The food of almost any kind of animal can be traced back to plants. Organisms are related in food webs in which some animals eat plants for food and other animals eat the animals that eat plants. Some organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organisms (both plants or plants parts and animals) and therefore operate as “decomposers.” Decomposition eventually restores (recycles) some materials back to the soil. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their particular needs are met. A healthy ecosystem is one in which multiple species of different types are each able to meet their needs in a relatively stable web of life. Newly introduced species can damage the balance of an ecosystem.
Have students make a model of a forest habitat
<strong>NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. 2 – Developing and Using Models. 3-5.</strong> Develop and/or use models to describe and/or predict phenomena.
Have students present their research using digital presentation software
<strong>NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. 8 – Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information. 3-5.</strong> Communicate scientific, and/or technical information orally and/or in written formats, including various forms of media as well as tables, diagrams, and charts.
research species that are native to the United States but are considered invasive in other countries
Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.
Common Core. ELA-Literacy.CCRA.W.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
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