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Standard 5-LS2

5-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics

Grade(s): 5

Subject(s): Science

Year: 2021

Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Mosses and Lichens | What's Wild!

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Mosses and Lichens | What's Wild!
Ancient Architects of the Forest Hidden in the shaded corners of forests, draped across stone, and even tucked into city sidewalks, mosses and lichens quietly shape the world around us. These ancient...
Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild

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Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild
In the serene, verdant corners of South Carolina’s wetlands, a microcosm of life unfolds. Here, numerous amphibian species rely on the abundance of moist conditions and rich vegetation including a...
Salt Marsh Ecosystem

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Salt Marsh Ecosystem

This lesson will explore the Civil War battle of Secessionville and its connection to the unique ecosystem of the Carolina coast's salt marshes. Students will analyze the importance of these marshes...

Exploring the Role of Mushrooms in Matter Movement

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Exploring the Role of Mushrooms in Matter Movement

Objective: Students will develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers (specifically mushrooms), and the environment. By the end of the lesson, students will...

Circle of Life

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Circle of Life

Standard: 5-LS2-1. Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers, and the environment. Students will create a visual that completely explains the role of...

Spider Lily Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild

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Spider Lily Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild
The Catawba River is home to one of the most beloved aquatic flowers in the state. The Rocky Shoals Spider Lily is a unique plant species that requires a special environment to thrive. Unfortunately...
Spider Lily Trivia Quiz | What's Wild

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Spider Lily Trivia Quiz | What's Wild
The Catawba River is home to one of the most beloved aquatic flowers in the state. The Rocky Shoals Spider Lily is a unique plant species that requires a special environment to thrive. Unfortunately...
Antlion Trivia Quiz | What's Wild! Spider Lily | What's Wild

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Spider Lily | What's Wild
The Catawba River is home to one of the most beloved aquatic flowers in the state. The Rocky Shoals Spider Lily is a unique plant species that requires a special environment to thrive. Unfortunately...
Coastal Birds Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild

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Coastal Birds Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild
South Carolina's 187 miles of coastline offer a diverse array of ecosystems and habitats. A fascinating tapestry of bird life flourishes in this abundant and vibrant habitat, but not without its own...
Bats Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild

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Bats Trivia Quiz - Teacher Resource | What's Wild
South Carolina is home to an astonishing array of bat species. As silent guardians of the night, they play a pivotal role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems and providing a natural pest control...
American Bison Trivia Quiz | What's Wild

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American Bison Trivia Quiz | What's Wild
Existing for half a million years, bison have been a symbol of wild America. These resilient creatures were on the verge of extinction but despite all odds, they have survived. Although it may seem...
Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Turkey Vultures

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Turkey Vultures
One of twenty-six North American raptors, turkey vultures are scavengers that can be found in almost any habitat, from coasts to deserts to plains. Learn about the misunderstood Turkey Vulture, their...
Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Mushrooms | What's Wild

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Mushrooms | What's Wild
Journey into the hidden realms of South Carolina's diverse landscapes, where a kingdom of life exists in the form of fungi. Delve into the vital role mushrooms play in maintaining the ecological...
Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Carrion Beetle | What's Wild

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Carrion Beetle | What's Wild
This edition of What's Wild is all about the American Carrion Beetle, one of the best bugs in the business when it comes to decomposition. We'll also be traveling to Clemson University, where...
Marshland Crabs Trivia Quiz | What's Wild Carnivorous Plants | What's Wild

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Carnivorous Plants | What's Wild
In this edition of What's Wild, we'll be taking a look at some native South Carolina plants with a big appetite! There are approximately thirty-one species of carnivorous plants throughout the state...