Project+Sketch

Project Sketch-“What would the world be like without trees?” Identify the value and importance of trees Identify the effect of tree loss on animals Identify the effect of tree loss on the environment Identify the effect of tree loss on people Describe what the world would be like without trees Define conservation State possible methods of tree conservation 2.   The 21st century skills that students will employ throughout the course of the project include: creativity, collaboration, research, information fluency, critical thinking, problem solving, and implementation of technology. 3.   The learning dispositions that would be fostered include: persistence and cooperation-by working collaboratively with their peers, and reflection-by recognizing the global impact of the loss of trees; as well as self-reflection of their contribution to the group. 4.   Evidence of understanding: As a result of this lesson, students will know that trees are the oldest living thing; they provide oxygen, remove carbon dioxide from the air, provide shelter and habitats for animals, are a food source for people and animals and are a valuable natural resource for humans. Students will be able to define conservation, and propose possible methods of tree conservation. Students will be able to describe what life would be like without trees. 5.   Planning the vehicle: The theme of the project is “A world without trees”. Supporting questions include: Why are trees important? What effect does the loss of trees have on animals? What effect does the loss of trees have on the environment? What effect does the loss What effect does the loss of trees have on people? What is conservation? What are some ways we can conserve trees? 1.   Entrée: Have the students look around the room, brainstorm with your neighbor, and make a list of everything in the room that comes from trees or is a by-product of trees. After lists are complete, make a master list by soliciting student responses. Briefly discuss that trees are a very valuable natural resource. Now tell them to imagine what the classroom would be like without trees-What would be left? For your project you will answer the question “What would the world be like without trees?”
 * 1) After completing this project, students will be able to: