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2.4 Matter & Energy Flow in Ecosystems (3–5)

$24.95

2.4 Matter & Energy Flow in Ecosystems (3–5)

$24.95

Help students understand one of the most important concepts in ecosystem science: the difference between energy flow and matter cycling. Through guided instruction, vocabulary development, and model building, students explore how energy moves one way through food webs while matter is continuously recycled by decomposers. Reflection activities and a structured assessment reinforce scientific reasoning and help students apply these concepts to real ecosystems.

Standards Connections: Developing and using models, cause-and-effect relationships, ecosystem processes, and scientific reasoning.

What's Included

Teacher lesson plan (55 minutes)
Student modeling activity with reflection prompts
Assessment guidance (true/false and short-response questions)

Teacher Prep Time: 10 minutes

Materials Needed: Whiteboard or chart paper, markers, student paper, and optional ecosystem diagram visuals

Perfect For: NGSS ecosystem units, food webs, matter and energy cycles, environmental science, and interactive science notebooks.

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