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Encourage peer collaboration and assist with the creation of visual aids to identify carbon, water, and nitrogen cycles as your class learns more about nature. They discuss relative information, create a visual aid depicting the chosen process, and participate in a classroom discussion of how each cycle in nature is vital to ensure our livelihood.
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- Have class members write a short script and role play each cycle as a skit
- Allow participants to compose a song or rap to demonstrate understanding of each cycle
Classroom Considerations
- If skits or songs are used as a part of this activity, provide the class with rules and key points to include
- Encourage more advanced learners to work without the included labels if they feel comfortable
Pros
- Provides the opportunity to adapt activity as needed
- Group discussions allow interaction between classmates and encourages additional questions
Cons
- All three cycles should be included in each individual's visual aid to properly master the lesson