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How Does My Garden Grow? Writing in Science Field Journals
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| Grades | K – 2 |
| Lesson Plan Type | Standard Lesson |
| Estimated Time | Four 50-minute sessions |
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STUDENT INTERACTIVES
Grades K – 12 | Student Interactive | Writing & Publishing Prose
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Grades 3 – 12 | Student Interactive | Writing & Publishing Prose
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Grades K – 12 | Student Interactive | Organizing & Summarizing
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CALENDAR ACTIVITIES
Grades 3 – 12 | Calendar Activity | May 27
On this day in 1907, Rachel Carson was born.
Students learn about Rachel Carson, explore different environmental websites, and write a Diamante Poem about a particular habitat.
Grades 3 – 12 | Calendar Activity | April 22
In celebration of Earth Day, students research famous environmentalists and write letters to them asking for their opinions on current issues and turn their letters into a poem.
PROFESSIONAL LIBRARY
Grades K – 8 | Professional Library | Journal
Inquiry at the Window: The Year of the Birds
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ACTIVITIES & PROJECTS
Grades K – 2 | Activity & Project
When you plant a garden, involve children in the process by writing down questions and observations on the garden’s growth in a garden journal.