Plants in Our Local Area
Observing and identifying common plants found in the schoolyard or local park and their adaptations.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between plants that grow in sunny spots and those in shady spots.
- Explain how local plants adapt to the amount of water they receive.
- Construct a simple map showing where different types of plants grow in our school.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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