Option 1: Using a map of forests in your state or region, plan a road trip that goes through as many different forest zones as possible.
Option 2: Design an experiment to see the effect of temperature or moisture on different plants. For example, put a conifer leaf (pine needle), a rhododendron leaf, and a lettuce leaf in the freezer (less than 0°C [32°F]) or in the oven at on low heat (less than 125ºC [200ºF]). Compare the leaves after a few minutes. Or observe what happens to plants under various moisture and temperature conditions.
Option 3: Invite a local TV meteorologist—or another climate expert—to speak to your class about climate and weather either in person or via videoconference.
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