Habitats and Changing Climate
Unit Plan
About 2 hr 30 min3 lessonsGrades3Science, Social Studies
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About this unit
Students learn about the adaptations and life cycle of the red oak, New Jersey’s state tree, use maps to see how the New Jersey habitat has changed over time as a result of human activity and climate change, and share their learning to gain support for a tree planting activity in their community.
Lessons in this unit
- 1Red Oak Life Cycle: Science LessonThis lesson explores New Jersey’s state tree’s adaptations, life cycle, and role in fighting climate change.Inquire: Students read Joyce Kilmer’s poem, “Trees,...Lesson Plan · 40 min · Grades 3
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- 2NJ Forest Habitats: Social Studies LessonIn this lesson, students discover how the habitat of New Jersey forests have been impacted by human activity.Inquire: Students practice nature journaling as a w...Lesson Plan · 1 hr · Grades 3
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- 3Red Oaks and Climate Change: Social Studies LessonStudents learn how climate change affects red oaks and the animals that depend on them, and make a plan to plant a tree on their campus.Inquire: Students listen...Lesson Plan · 50 min · Grades 3
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