Exchange of Energy and Matter in Nature
by LaGrange County SWCD

During three visits to an outdoor environment (at school, a local park, or on location at ParGil Natural Resources Learning Center) throughout the school year, students learn about critical natural resources: flow of energy, flow of matter, the water cycle, soil, wetlands, air and more. Emphasis includes carbon exchange, trophic levels and respecting resources. Season-specific topics address soil components, the value of wetlands, and wildlife strategies for acquiring or conserving energy for winter survival. Incorporates vocabulary, literature, science, and critical

OfferingsOfferings
  • Direct teaching, Field trips
AudiencesAudiences
  • 5th Grade Students / Youth, 6th Grade Students / Youth
LocationLocation
    On K-12 school campus
TimingTiming
    During school day
  • Summer
ThemesThemes
  • Air Quality
  • Climate Change
  • Conservation (Wildlife/Habitat)
  • Energy
  • Food Systems/Nutrition
  • Waste
  • Water
Academic AlignmentAcademic Alignment
    State Standards (Write in Other)
  • Other
  • : 5-PS1-1; 5-PS3-1; 5-LS1-1; 5-LS2-1; 5-ESS2-2; 5-ESS3-1; MS-LS1-6; MS-LS2-1; MS-LS2-2; MS-LS2-3; MS-LS2-4; MS-LS2-5;
LanguagesLanguages
    English
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