Exposed Tree Roots Investigation Kit
SKU: LH-ISM-086-K
In this investigation, students figure out what causes tree roots near rivers or streams to be exposed.
The Exposed Tree Roots kit includes materials that students will need to design and carry out an investigation.
Each kit contains enough materials for six groups of students.
Materials:
- Trays
- Pipe Cleaners
- Grid Transparencies
- Bottles (with holes punched in the cap)
- Measuring Cups
- Note: Sand is not included
Alignment with Academic Standards for Science
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Source |
Code |
Performance Expectation |
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NGSS |
4-ESS2-1 |
Make observations and/or measurements to provide evidence of the effects of weathering or the rate of erosion by water, ice, wind, or vegetation. |
Core Idea(s)
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EESS5: Changes to Earth’s Surface
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EESS8: Rock and Soil Formation
Practices
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SEP1: Asking questions and defining problems
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SEP2: Developing and using models
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SEP3: Planning and carrying out investigations
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SEP7: Engaging in argument from evidence
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SEP8: Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information
Crosscutting Concepts
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CC2: Cause and Effect
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