In this lesson, students will observe corn and soybean seeds as they germinate and compare monocots and dicots.
The students will be able to determine similarities and differences between two types of soil and information presented in two nonfiction texts. The students will be able to use the scientific process to observe, question, and form a hypothesis on why the two soil types are different
Students gain familiarity with the processes of raising and creating alternative renewable materials for fuel, specifically ethanol.
Students will explore humans’ demands on the world’s water supply and discuss ways to conserve it.
Students will show understanding that humans are dependent on plants and animals for many purposes and that many of these resources come from agriculture.
Students will observe and record weather conditions for one week.
Students will consider the nutritional value of various processed foods.
Students will observe how plants increase in mass due to photosynthesis and apply ideas of the conservation of mass.
Students will learn and review common facts about Iowa agriculture, including historical figures, scientific facts, and agriculture related careers.