Teacher: Michelle Kenney
Title: Leaf Scavenger Hunt & Classification
Objectives:
Students will be able to observe, measure and sort tree and plant leaves.
Students will be able to examine leaves individually and in groups.
Common Core/Next Generation Science Standards/Science & Engineering Practices/Environmental Literacy Standard:
Common Core:
ELA – Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects.
ELA – Literacy.SL.2.1.A: Follow agreed upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the floor in respectful ways, listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about topics and texts under discussion)
Next Generation Science Standards:
2-LS4-1: Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life …show more content…
Teacher will remind the students to stay within sight and to watch where they step.
Teacher will remind the students what Poison Ivy looks like and instruct them to avoid it while conducting the Leaf Scavenger Hunt.
Summary of Methods of Differentiation/Adaptations for Students with Special Needs:
Some students may have difficulty searching the Glen due to motor deficiencies, these students will require extra help from peers and the teacher to safely conduct the Leaf Scavenger Hunt.
Some students may be unable to grasp the magnifying glasses due to fine motor deficiencies. If this is the case, the teacher or group member will help the student during the leaf …show more content…
The student with special needs will be able to rely on the students in his or her group for assistance. Incorporating special needs students with typically developing students helps both students learn. Special needs students are able to not be coddled or treated differently, and the typically developing students are able to see things through an entirely different perspective.
The teacher will be observant and attentive to the students will special needs, so he or she knows the student is understanding the content and being included in participation.
Multicultural and Diverse Perspectives:
Since the students will be in groups, the roles can be undertaken and changed during the Leaf Scavenger Hunt and leaf investigation.
The students will work together to discover the different groups of leaves they possess. To ensure this, the teacher will walk around the room to check and see that everyone in each group is included and working.
The teacher will also remind the students that no matter where they live, each and every student has an impact on their environment. The teacher will remind the students that we all have a responsibility and a duty to the Earth to take care of it.
Pre-Assessment:
Teacher will ask:
“Where do you see leaves?”
“Do all trees have the same kind of
Title: Leaf Scavenger Hunt & Classification
Objectives:
Students will be able to observe, measure and sort tree and plant leaves.
Students will be able to examine leaves individually and in groups.
Common Core/Next Generation Science Standards/Science & Engineering Practices/Environmental Literacy Standard:
Common Core:
ELA – Literacy W.2.7: Participate in shared research and writing projects.
ELA – Literacy.SL.2.1.A: Follow agreed upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the floor in respectful ways, listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about topics and texts under discussion)
Next Generation Science Standards:
2-LS4-1: Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life …show more content…
Teacher will remind the students to stay within sight and to watch where they step.
Teacher will remind the students what Poison Ivy looks like and instruct them to avoid it while conducting the Leaf Scavenger Hunt.
Summary of Methods of Differentiation/Adaptations for Students with Special Needs:
Some students may have difficulty searching the Glen due to motor deficiencies, these students will require extra help from peers and the teacher to safely conduct the Leaf Scavenger Hunt.
Some students may be unable to grasp the magnifying glasses due to fine motor deficiencies. If this is the case, the teacher or group member will help the student during the leaf …show more content…
The student with special needs will be able to rely on the students in his or her group for assistance. Incorporating special needs students with typically developing students helps both students learn. Special needs students are able to not be coddled or treated differently, and the typically developing students are able to see things through an entirely different perspective.
The teacher will be observant and attentive to the students will special needs, so he or she knows the student is understanding the content and being included in participation.
Multicultural and Diverse Perspectives:
Since the students will be in groups, the roles can be undertaken and changed during the Leaf Scavenger Hunt and leaf investigation.
The students will work together to discover the different groups of leaves they possess. To ensure this, the teacher will walk around the room to check and see that everyone in each group is included and working.
The teacher will also remind the students that no matter where they live, each and every student has an impact on their environment. The teacher will remind the students that we all have a responsibility and a duty to the Earth to take care of it.
Pre-Assessment:
Teacher will ask:
“Where do you see leaves?”
“Do all trees have the same kind of