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Integrated Units They’re messy. . . but they make sense!. Science in H igh G ear. Starting with a grant from The Farmington Foundation:. Trout in the Classroom. Tiny eggs destined for the river. What we are learning. The Environmental Impact on Organisms. Essential Questions:
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Starting with a grant from The Farmington Foundation: Trout in the Classroom Tiny eggs destined for the river. What we are learning...
The Environmental Impact on Organisms Essential Questions: • How do changes in a habitat affect the organisms that live there? • How do researchers read, write, and communicate effectively to learn about the world?
Common Core State Standards • Reading informational text • Writing informative/explanatory text to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly
Technology Resources Links for Kids - Habitats
The Framework for Teaching and Learning: Collaboration, Meaningful Knowledge, Authentic Learning Tasks, Individual Responsibility
Workshop Model • Mini-Lessons • Application of teaching points • Critical thinking • Collaboration through speaking and listening – very Common Core!
Board of Ed Goals • Critical Thinking and Reasoning • Communication and Collaboration • Problem Solving and Innovation • Self-direction and Resourcefulness