Title
Become an Expert

Grade Level
4-6

Protocol
Birds and Vegetation

Abstract
Students will each be assigned a separate species of plant or bird to research. Using a worksheet, they will be responsible for finding a variety of information on their assigned plant or bird. Students will also complete a mini-poster and give an oral presentation on their subject. Finally, students will be evaluated on their finished mini-poster and presentation to the class.

Author
Nancy Parra, Lowell Elementary

AZ Standards

• 4SC-E1. Construct classification systems based on the structure of organisms
• 4SC-E7. Explain and model the interaction and interdependence of living and non-living components within ecosystems, including the adaptation of plants and animals to their environment
• W-E8. Demonstrate research skills using reference materials such a dictionary, encyclopedia, and thesaurus, to complete effectively a variety of writing tasks.
• LS-E2 Prepare and deliver an oral report in a content area and effectively convey the information through verbal and non-verbal communications with a specific audience.

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