Introduction
Have you ever wondered what makes Florida special? The Everglades is one of the most unique places in our state! it is home to many animals, plants, and people who depend on it everyday.
Why is the Florida Everglades an important place to protect?
-Identify where the Everglades is located.
-Name animals and plants that live in the Everglades.
-Explain why the Everglades is important to Florida.
Task
You will work in a small group to create a poster that teaches others about the Florida everglades.
Your Poster must include....
-a title
-Where the everglades is located.
-At least Two animals that live there.
-One reason why the everglades should be protected.
-Pictures (drawn or cut out from a magazine)
Your group will share your project with the class.
Process
Step 1: Read About the Everglades
Books include-
-The Everglades by Gail Gibbons
-Everglades National Park by Allan Fowler
-Who Lives in the Everglades? by Patricia Lauber
Step 2: Choose Group Roles
-Reader: Reads the book aloud to the group
-Information Finder: Finds important information
-Artist: Draws pictures for the poster
-Speaker: Shares the poster with the class
Step 3: Create Your Poster
- Write short sentences
-Add drawings
-Use bright colors
-Check that you have everything included
Step 4:
Practice presenting your project and make sure everything is ready to go!
Evaluation
Your Everglades Poster will be grade using this checklist:
Skill Yes Almost Not Yet
Includes title and facts
Includes at least two Everglades animals
Explains why the Everglades is important
Worked well together
Poster is neat and easy to understand
Conclusion
You all did a great job learning about the Florida Everglades! By reading these books, you learned why it is important to protect this special place. The everglades helps animals, people and our environment.
Enrichment Activity:
Check out another Everglades book from the classroom Library to learn more!