Ultra Simple Box Plan Slice
A highly visual and simplified ecosystem diorama planning page. Focuses on setting (abiotic), living roles (biotic), and a large sketch area, with the energy chain removed for simplicity.
Diorama Scorecard Rubric
A concise, one-page scoring rubric for the ecosystem diorama project, focusing on abiotic/biotic factors and craftsmanship. Total points updated to 15, with the energy chain requirement removed.
Ecosystem Roadmap Slides
A visual presentation deck for 4th-grade students introducing the ecosystem diorama project. It covers the mission and requirements, with the energy chain removed for simplicity.
Diorama Mission Checklist
A student-facing checklist that mirrors the diorama project rubric. It helps 4th graders double-check their setting, living roles, and overall quality before submitting their project.
Restoring Balance Reflection Sheet
A behavior reflection sheet using the 'Because, But, So' strategy from The Writing Revolution. Framed within the 'classroom ecosystem' theme, it encourages students to analyze the reasons, conflicts, and next steps for their behavioral choices.