The giant sequoia is the most massive living organism on Earth. It
is a tree, magnificent in dimension and awe inspiring in its longevity
and durability. To stand in the company of such giants is to experience
the scale of life. To a kindergartner the oak on the corner, the pines
at the park, and the mulberry trees at school are giants. Systematic
investigation of trees over the seasons will bring students to a better
understanding of trees’ place at school and in the community. Students
will observe changes in weather day to day, over the year, and the impact
weather has on living things. Students will have some solid experiences
to help them know plants and their place on Earth.
Students will
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Develop a growing curiosity and interest in the living things that
make up their world. |
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Observe and describe the properties of trees and leaves in the
schoolyard and acquire the vocabulary associated with the properties
and structures of trees and leaves. |
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Compare the similarities and differences of the trees and leaves
observed on mini–field trips. |
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Help plant and care for a tree temporarily in the classroom, then
permanently in the schoolyard. |
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Observe trees and weather throughout the school year for changes
that come daily and with the different seasons. |
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Compare the shapes of leaves to geometric shapes. |
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Compare the size and edges of leaves using a reference card. |
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Use pictorial experiences to heighten their awareness of the diversity
and variety of trees, leaves, and landforms. |
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Use drawings and oral language to describe observations. |
Storyline
This graphic is intended to help teachers focus on the big idea of the unit,
and the concepts that help students understand the big idea. Note that each
lesson is matched with the concept it develops. Trees Storyline 
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