Knowledge/Skill Building
🧩 Visitor Scenario Sort
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Collaboration
Academic Mindset
4-ESS3-2
ESS.3.B
ESS.3.C
ESS.3.A
Submission Required
Students analyze short park visitor scenario cards about trail erosion, wildlife disturbance, litter, wildfire risk, and water use. In teams, they compare possible visitor choices and conservation solutions, then sort each option by how well it protects habitats while still helping guests enjoy the park. A brief mini-lesson on trade-offs comes right before students justify their choices with evidence from earlier research.
Plan day
Day 6
Duration
45 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
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