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VA:Cr1.1.3a
X. Interdisciplinary Connections:
- Science: terms such as habitat, ecosystem, ecology, and species will be brought up, although
there will not be assessments based on defining any of the terms except for habitat.
- English: students will be writing.
XI. Resources, Materials and Technology for Teacher:
- Computer
- Internet access
- Projector with sound and screen
- Blackboard or whiteboard with corresponding writing implements
XII. Resources, Materials and Technology for Students:
- Paper
- Pencil
XIII. Instruction and Its Sequencing:
Day 1:
1. Introduction/Motivation:
- Show the contemporary art videos (via YouTube) of Mark Dions Neukom Vivarium and
Takashi Amanos Aquarium installations.
- Describe how Dions and Amanos artworks have homes for other living creatures in them.
- Watch videos about habitats in nature.
2. Guided Practice:
- Discussion using the following questions:
o Does anyone know what a habitat is?
o What homes do you think animals live in?
o How do homes provide shelter/protection?
- Ask if anyone has seen Finding Nemo and draw a clownfish living in the sea anemone and
coral.
- Describe how the anemone and coral is Nemos home/habitat.
3. Independent Practice:
- Students will define habitat in writing, answering the purpose of habitats and the pieces that
make them up.
4. Closure:
- Ensure the names are on the students works and retrieve students writings.
5. Formative Assessment:
- Check that all the students wrote at least something referencing habitat/home. If not, consult
with student individually, describing what a habitat is and the purpose of the lesson.