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Trees are Terrific...Inside and Out! Unit PlanTrees are Terrific...Inside and Out! Unit Plan
Publisher
Arbor Day Foundation
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
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Collaborative Learning
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Technology
Scientific Equipment
Year
2008
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Trees are Terrific...Inside and Out!

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Trees are the star of a three-step unit celebrating Arbor Day. Step one takes an in-depth look into the structure of a tree, the process of photosynthesis, and the benefits of the leafy giants. Step two challenges scholars to create a poster showcasing trees. Step three begins the celebration with three party ideas.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

arbor day, trees, planting, planting seeds, the environment, the earth, photosynthesis, leaf structure, cross section, carbon dioxide, water, chlorophyll, sunlight, oxygen

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Plan step one around the same time a similar unit is being taught during your regular science instruction 
  • Display finished posters in the classroom and around the school to add a festive flair 
  • Coordinate with your school's principal to plan an all-school celebration—one that incorporates the ideas listed in step three  

Classroom Considerations

  • Although the unit contains time-sensitive material that is no longer applicable, the activities can still be completed  
  • A variety of materials are required; read through the list prior to starting the unit 

Pros

  • A list of each state's Arbor Day date is included 
  • Step one provides an extension activity to keep the learning process going 
  • Each step is written in detail 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.4.4 W.5.4 W.6.4

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