FACTivity – Standing On the Shoulders of Giants

FACTivity – Standing On the Shoulders of GiantsScience · Engineering & Technology · Grades 6–8Activity

The question you will answer in this FACTivity is, “How can I share information with the public about vulnerable species like big-leaf mahogany?” Materials: Markers Paper Books/web resources Graphic organizer ( included ) Topics: Active Forest Management, Engineering and Forest Products, Class Discussion, Conservation, Education, Endangered Species, Extinction, Graphic Organizer.

From USDA Forest Service, Natural Inquirer · Public domain (US Gov) · original source

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