In this field research lesson, students learn what an ecosystem is, collect and record information on local plants and animals in a Land Journal, compare the natural versus built landscape in their neighborhood, and reflect on ways they can encourage more local biodiversity.
Source: San Mateo County Office of Education’s Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Team
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