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OVERVIEW In this lesson, students compare the processes of selective breeding and transgenic manipulation of plants. They consider the pros and cons of growing genetically modified crops. Then they explore the possible future consequences of genetically modified organisms. Finally, they analyze public opinion data about the use of genetically modified foods. As an optional activity, […]
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Where does our food come from? What is a life cycle? Where do chickens come from? OBJECTIVES Students will learn about where chickens come from and learn the difference between fertilized and unfertilized eggs. Students will understand the needs of an chick growing inside its egg and how an incubator mimics a hen […]
OBJECTIVE Students will use their senses and observation to notice changes in the garden in the winter. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS How do seasons affect the garden? MATERIALS NEEDED Three adult group leaders PROCEDURE Introduction:• Review seasons• What did we see in the fall? Let’s see if things have changed. Activity:• Divide the class into three groups. […]
OBJECTIVE Students will learn how wool is processed to make knitted garments. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS How do we make wool? Why do farmers raise sheep? MATERIALS NEEDED Cards or props that represent the processing steps from grass to butter (see step #2) Toy sheep or puppetScissors to represent sheep shearsBag of raw fleeceDog grooming brushes or […]
OBJECTIVE Students understand the different growing needs of different plants, the difference between perennial and annual plants. Students will understand the benefits and challenges of an annual raised bed growing system. Students are able to. organize a planting chart for different annual crops based on their growing needs. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS What are the diverse components […]
OBJECTIVE Students will be able to describe the seasonal changes on a farm, from fall to winter. Students will be able to identify different chores that are done on a farm in winter. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS What happens on a farm in winter? What are the jobs on a farm in winter? How do we have […]
