Read with understanding and fluency. Standard A. Locate, organize and use information from various sources to answer questions, solve problems and communicate ideas. Standard B. Analyze and evaluate information acquired from various sources. Standard C. Apply acquired information, concepts and ideas to communicate in a variety of formats. Ponds are a great way to study ecosystems and all types of life forms.
Most schools have some type of pond near the area.
Students can see all different kingdoms co-existing and relying upon each other for life to continue. When working with students with mild mental impairments, you will want to prepare the students by working on observation skills. The longer pond water sits in the classroom, the more likely it will begin to stagnate and smell. To reduce this problem, either remove as much algae as possible after the first observation or aerate the water. Identify the different animal phylums found in your sample of pond water and arrange them according to complexity.