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Writing Connection
Write a fictional story about a plant. What does your plant eat, and what kind of leaves does it have? Write your story as if you were writing about a real plant. Give facts about your plant. Where and how does it grow? Illustrate your data with a picture that looks similar to a photograph.
Science Connection
Ask: How do plants defend themselves against animals that want to eat them? In what part of the world do they grow? What kind of climate do they like?
Have children choose one of the plants that they would like to find out more about.
Reading Independently
Have children read the book independently or with a partner. You can also encourage them to read other books of their choice at the appropriate level.
Home Connection
Have children take the book Strange Plants home to read with a family member. Encourage them to share their thoughts on learning new words. Also, have them share their thoughts on the strange plants they would like to see in real life.
Assessment
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