Brenda Rone, Susan Gentry, and Bridgett NiedringhausHazelwood School District

ECOLOGY VISecond Grade

These lessons are designed to reinforce:State Science Standard 4

Ecology VIII

Interactions

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We suggest that students keep a journal.

It is critical for students to use writing skills to explain answers. When you see this symbol students should use their journals.

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Draw two trash bags in your journal. Label one “Natural Litter” and one “Man-made Litter.” Place each piece of litter in the correct trash bag.

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Natural Litter Man-made Litter

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acorns/leaves

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•What is Natural Litter?•What is Man-made Litter?•What could you do with Natural Litter?•Who should pick up Man-made Litter?•How long does it take for Natural Litter to decompose?•How long does it take for Man-made Litter to decompose?•Is either type of litter good for the environment? Explain.

Choose one of these questions to write about in your journal. Share with your class.

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