Bottle Earth

Students will learn about Earth's five spheres (geosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere) and how they interact with one another. First, they will watch two short videos. Then, they will create a graphic organizer while viewing a PowerPoint presentation. Finally, in small groups, they will create a closed terrarium (in a bottle) to represent the biosphere of the Earth. They will investigate how ecological systems achieve balance over time.
Resource ID#: 160645 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Keywords: Earth's spheres, ecological systems, interactions
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Project,  Educational Game ,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Resource Collection,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems 2016

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