Original Promptcreate these handout for my 7th grade science fieldtrip to the California Botanical Garden in Claremont
For your 7th grade Science classes at Dean L. Shively Middle School, a field study packet can focus on **California native plants, ecosystems, biodiversity, adaptations, observation skills, and scientific sketching** while students explore the California Botanic Garden in Claremont. The garden is the largest botanic garden dedicated to California native plants, with more than 22,000 native p...
This field journal focuses on California native plants and their adaptations that enable survival in diverse ecosystems. It prompts students to observe, document, and analyze various native plants, encouraging them to consider the importance of structural adaptations like leaf shapes, textures, and thickness. The essential question—how plant adaptations help organisms survive—guides their investigation. Activities include sensory checks of the environment, detailed sketches, and comparative analysis of two different ecosystems. Students reflect on biodiversity and the ecological roles of native plants, culminating in a deeper understanding of the significance of conserving these natural habitats.