Creating an Organism and Environment Newsletter

Grade: 4th Grade

Subject: Science

Topic: Organisms and Environments

Description: Students will choose an animal to research.  They will then complete a “newsletter” about that animal.  Example template is provided however teacher can change template to meet their needs.  

Science TEK: 4.9A investigate that most producers need sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to make their own food, while consumers are dependent on other organisms for food; 4.9B describe the flow of energy through food webs, beginning with the Sun, and predict how changes in the ecosystem affect the food web.  

Technology TEK: (2) Communication and collaboration (C)  collaborate effectively through personal learning communities and social environments; (D)  select and use appropriate collaboration tools;

4Cs: Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creativity

Resources: Newsletter Template

Device Type: Laptops, Chromebooks, IPADS

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