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LESSON #1: Life & Death of Decomposers

ALIGNED WITH 4TH GRADE SCIENCE

Compost & Mulch in the Orchards

Common Vision’s week-long unit on decomposers includes a hands-on activity adding compost and mulch to the fruit trees. Here students are introduced to the forest ecology reasons and strategies for maintaining soil health.

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LESSON #2: Flowering Plants in Our Changing Environment

ALIGNED WITH 2ND GRADE SCIENCE

Blossom and Plant Part Observation in the Orchard

Common Vision’s week-long unit on flowing plants includes hands-on composting and orchard mulching activities that helps tie the orchard into classroom lessons.

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