
Can Our Saguaros Survive Climate Change?
by Leslie Gudger
Saguaro cacti are collapsing in the Phoenix due to extreme heat and the urban island effect.
Is there anyway to save them? This lesson allows students to investigate the factors contributing to the decline, analyze the challenges, and identify potential solutions.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1CVzetf9SWOgv_6J8bi4UF2ht6hTPetPw/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Life Science L1: Cells Technology 6. Creative Communicator English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & Listening
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