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Science and Nature: Who Are Scavengers and Decomposers and What Is Decomposition
Miss Elizabeth
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(193)
In this one-time nature class, students will learn what decomposition is and why it's so important to ecosystems. We will find out who scavengers and decomposers are and what their roles are in decomposition. Best for ESL levels B1 and up.
Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
In this class, learners will find out who makes up Earth's clean-up crew! Nature creates its own 'garbage' in the form of animal waste, dead plants, and dead animals. All this waste can be recycled back into the earth as nutrients for plants to grow strong and healthy. These plants provide food for some animals who provide food for other animals! This is a great class for beginner scientists because no prior knowledge is required. Learners will see lots of photos and videos and discussion is...
This class is taught in English.
- Students will gain an understanding of decomposition; what it is and why it's so vital. Students will find out that after scavengers begin the decomposition process, detritivores take over, with saprotrophs finishing the process. Students will find out exactly how the animals in these groups do their important jobs.
Assessment
Frequency: Available upon requestDetails: We will have a fun quiz at the end of class. Students can answer together.
There will be discussion of carrion (dead animals), animal feces, and a short video of scavengers eating carrion.
Joined February, 2022
5.0
193reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Minnesota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Hello! Thank you for stopping by! I love students of all ages and I love teaching a variety of topics. Some of my favorite classes to teach are reading, nature, and science. I try to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere so learners feel...
Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 88 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-5 learners per class
