They will engage in activities that involve planting seeds, caring for them, making scientific observations, identifying and classifying plants. This unit will offer opportunities for the children to observe insects in their natural habitat. Students will engage in activities that involve demonstrating and explaining the life cycle of a butterfly. They will also make scientific observations and identify insects that live in their area. Through readings, discussions and walks, students will identilfy ways people care for the earth in our community.
All children love to learn about animals and the environment.
Children will be exposed to various animals they may encounter while traveling along the bike path in their community. Students will focus on identifying animals and comparing animal attributes. They will learn that animals are classified by families or may be grouped in other ways, such as animals who walk, fly or swim. Besides promoting observation of vehicles seen in the community, activities will focus on transportation. Children are interested in things that move.