Assessed Learning Outcomes Transactional Writing Write a report stating facts and opinions based on frogs. Science Level 2 Making Sense of the Living World Investigate and understand the changes that take place during the life cycle of a frog. Processes Processing Information Identify, retrieve, record and present coherent information about frogs. Objectives Learning Outcomes Close Reading Respond to language, meanings and ideas in different texts, relating them to personal experiences. If possible provide a real situation where students can observe and record the changes that occur during the life cycle from tadpole to frog.
Students learn the frog life cycle by observing tadpoles growing into frogs.
If season and availability of a location permit, take students on a mini-field trip to a nearby pond or wetland area. Have students observe and record any frogs or toads they may see. Encourage students to record the characteristics of the animal's habitat. Encourage them to also identify any other animals, insects, trees, and plants in the surrounding habitat. Ask students to notice whether the area seems polluted and if the frogs and toads seem healthy.