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Amazon Rainforest
By Heather Collins
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Analyze Learners

• Unit Plan is directed toward third graders (7-8
  yrs).
• It is a one week process in a normal class room
  setting.
• The students have previously learned skills on
  computer and Kidspiration software use.

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State Objectives

• RLA.3.1.6- Use graphic organizers and
  visualization techniques to interpret
  information.
• RLA.3.14- Increase amount of independent reading.
• SC.3.4.3- Compare physical characteristics and
  behaviors of living organisms and explain how
  they are adapted to a specific environment.
• SC.3.4.4- Observe and describe relationships
  among organisms in an ecosystem. (E.g. Sequencing
  food chains, behavior, adaptations, predator-prey
  relationships.)
• SC.3.6.3- Develop respect and responsibility for
  the environment by engaging in conservation
  practices.

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Media and Material

• Worksheets
• Poster Board
• Construction Paper
• Computers

• Pencils
• Markers
• Scissors
• Glue

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Websites

• Educational Web Adventures
• Teach-nology
• Webquest
• Rain Forest Lesson Plan

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Utilize Media and Materials
Day 1

• Students will construct a KWL chart using
  Kidspiration on the Amazon Rainforest.
• Introduction to the Amazon Rainforest.
• Students will complete worksheets on location
  using the assigned website.

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Day 2

• Students will sing a song about the layers of the
  Rainforest.
• They will construct a factual Pop-up book.

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Days 3 4

• Children will learn about the wildlife within the
  layers of the Rainforest.
• Make a collage of animals, plants, and insects.
• Add to and finish their pop-up book.
• Begin research activity.

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Day 5

• I will present facts on Rainforest conservation.
• Split into groups of three.
• Make a Save the Rainforest poster and present
  it to the class
• Turn in research projects.

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Require Learner Participation

• I allowed the students to use the Internet.
• I used a group project to help them have fun with
  the Unit.

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Evaluate and Revise

• Students will be assessed through
• - Worksheets
• - Pop-up book
• - Research activity

• Group collage
• Conservation poster
• They will also be given participation points.