Students will sort and classify animals using properties and characteristics of farm animals. This activity is part of a month long unit on farm studies which will include life cycles, classification of animals and research techniques. Week 3 -Students will organize farm animal facts onto four large index cards which represent the rough draft of their story. Projects can also be completed in the classroom if needed. Evaluation Assessment will be on going through out the project through observation, conversation, editing rough drafts, and completed books.
Suggestions -Planning a trip to a working farm is helpful in establishing practical prior knowledge.