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Exploring the Life Cycle of Butterflies: A 4-Day Science and English Unit

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This engaging 4-day unit on the life cycle of butterflies combines science and English, beginning on Friday and concluding the following Wednesday. Students will embark on a variety of activities, including reading, video discussions, and art projects, all while developing literacy, comprehension, and observational skills. Students will maintain observation journals throughout the unit to document their insights. Key books for the unit include "From Caterpillar to Butterfly" by Deborah Heiligman and "My, Oh My--A Butterfly!" by Tish Rabe, enriching their learning experience through literature.

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Exploring the Life Cycle of Butterflies: A 4-Day Science and English Unit

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  1. A Butterfly Unit Alexandra Criss & Katherine Johnston

  2. Context • Science and English • 4 day unit beginning on Friday and ending on Wednesday • Variety of activities and lessons • Observation journals will be distributed • Independence & Individuality

  3. Objectives • 1. Students will learn the life cycle of a butterfly • 2. Students will compare and contrast • 3. Develop literacy skills, comprehension skills, & motor skills • 4. Express artistic side • 5. Exercise observational skills

  4. Day 1: Introduction • K-W-L chart • Butterfly Kit • Observation Journal

  5. Day 2 • Presented a book: • From Caterpillar to Butterfly, By: Deborah Heiligman • Worksheets & butterfly illustration • Begin observation journals

  6. Day 3 • Present educational video • http://www.brainpopjr.com/science/animals/butterflies/preview.weml • Followed by discussion of video • Continuation of journals

  7. Day 4: Conclusion • Bring back K-W-L chart • Complete “L” • Read a fictional book to end the unit • My, Oh My--A Butterfly!: All About Butterflies (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library Series) By: TishRabe

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