Monarch Butterfly Habitat: Science Lesson
Created by Teacher(s): Elaine Makarevich|Published on: January 11, 2024
Grades: K, 1, 2
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Science
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: Global
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students learn how climate change affects the habitat of monarch butterflies.
Step 1 - Inquire: Students view and discuss artwork that depicts habitats.
Step 2 - Investigate: Students learn about the elements of a habitat and how climate change affects the monarch butterfly’s habitat.
Step 3 - Inspire: Students create artwork to raise awareness of the plight of the monarch butterfly.
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Elaine Makarevich
Chief Outreach Officer
Elaine Makarevich holds a Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers University and a Master of Education from East Stroudsburg University and Centenary University. She has more than 30 years of experience teaching all subjects for grades K–6, with expertise in science, Earth and Space Sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, English language arts, and social studies. Elaine holds Supervisor and Gifted Education certifications and currently serves as SubjectToClimate's Chief Outreach Officer, supporting educators in integrating meaningful climate education into their classrooms.
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