Part 1: The Disappearing Saguaros
by Alison Olcott
Biologists have noticed that the saguaro mortality rates have increased in Central and Southern Arizona. They don’t know why - but they have some ideas. In this unit, students will learn more about the saguaro cacti and investigate why they might be dying.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12ayOOnVKYNBU9_KnzmRX4IlDcGmCujl7/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Life Science L4: Evolution Technology 1. Empowered Learner 3. Knowledge Constructor English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text)
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