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Photosynthesis In The Desert
by Kristy Hollandsworth
The lesson objective is to develop an enduring understanding of desert plants (especially cacti), conduct photosynthesis, and how their structures function to help them survive in the desert.
An emphasis on the target products to show understanding of desert plants, cacti, their structures and functions that help them survive:
Desert Botanist Journal
Computer Science Project on Scratch
3-D clay or sponge cactus model
3-D guided scientific drawing
Lesson Grade Level
3rd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vr6sR2-zZ0bpT4xSE-kxS2hkOLGedl3D_pmpk_W…Related Content
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Grades:
3rd Grade
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Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
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Grades:
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
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