Group tree seasonal observation activity¶

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Description¶

The group tree is a K-2 activity in which students draw a tree at various times during the year and observe how it changes across seasons, generating comparative data. The webinar instructs: "Draw a tree at various times during the year. Students will observe the changes throughout the seasons." It functions as a longitudinal observation and comparison task for young learners.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• A tree observable across seasons, or recurring drawing opportunities across the school year

Constraints¶

Target Learners¶

• K-2 primary grade students

Target Learning Goals¶

• observing seasonal change
• comparing and contrasting observations over time

Related Elements¶

• Seed germination observation activity for K-2 data collection

Examples¶

• Integrate data and analysis into existing K-2 teaching practices through classroom graphs such as birthdays and word walls.

Key Sources¶

• Computational Thinking Boosters: Data & Analysis in K-2. (2020). Professional development webinar slide deck, NSF grant #1923314. https://digitalpromise.dspacedirect.org/items/2d859929-49a6-41ae-ab1f-c982d2726736