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In this outdoor activity, learners explore how a surprising number of animals use human-made litter, such as cans and crumpled paper, to find food and shelter in their environment. Based on what they observe, learners are asked to make a value judgment about litter. This activity can be combined with a litter cleanup in a local park, schoolyard or other location.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- 2 large grocery bags (one labeled "With," the other labeled "Without")
- 6-8 white-bottomed containers or milk-carton halves
- 6-8 magnifiers or bug boxes
- 1 marking pen
- OBIS Lawn Guide (optional)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Diversity of Life
- Animals
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Ecology
- Ecosystems
- Human Impact
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Diversity of Life
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- The Scientific Worldview
- Asking Questions
- Conducting Investigations
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Nature and Environment
- Outdoor Activity
- Physical Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- be mobile
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, The Regents of the University of California, 1980