Provided by: Elementary GLOBE |Published on: February 16, 2023
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Synopsis
This illustrated book explains how Earth's many systems are interconnected and important for life on Earth by telling a story about students in a school play.
Students will enjoy the illustrations, singing the song at the end, and the fun story.
This illlustrated book is a sweet and informational introduction to Earth's interconnected systems.
The story is enjoyable and relatable for young students, who will also enjoy the illustrations and the song at the end.
Additional Prerequisites
Students should have prior knowledge of the Earth, water, soil, plants, and the Sun.
Differentiation
This book would make an excellent read aloud for elementary-aged students. Use the illustrations to help younger students understand the text.
After reading, have a discussion about the students, their roles, and the systems represented. What did students learn from this book? Do they have any other examples of how Earth's systems are all important and interconnected?
Teach students the song on page 27 and create hand signals to show the different aspects described in the song.
As an extension, put on a small class play like the one in the book.
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