Curriculum Website

2-LS1-2

Essential Question:

How do animals contribute to plant reproduction through seed dispersal and pollination?

Portrait of a Graduate:

Critical Thinking: Understanding the complexity of ecosystems and the roles of different organisms.
Creativity: Designing models that accurately represent natural processes.
Collaboration: Working in teams to research and construct models.
Global Citizenship: Recognizing the importance of preserving natural ecosystems and biodiversity.

Inquiry Question:

What roles do animals play in seed dispersal and pollination?

2. Inquiry Question:

How can we design a model to demonstrate an animal's role in these processes?

3. Inquiry Question:

What characteristics make certain animals effective at dispersing seeds or pollinating plants?

Student Outcomes:

Students will identify animals that are significant in seed dispersal and pollination.

2. Student Outcomes:

Students will demonstrate understanding by creating a model that mimics these animals' roles in these processes.

3. Student Outcomes:

Students will appreciate the interdependence of plants and animals in ecosystems.

Skills Demonstrated:

Modeling
Constructing Explanations

Standards:

NGSS 2-LS2-2: Develop a simple model that mimics the function of an animal in dispersing seeds or pollinating plants.

Additional Skills:

Resources:

[Our Hidden Google Drive Resource link]

Page updated

Report abuse