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Why Do Leaves Fall?
Ref: TWL-WHY-DO-LEAVES-FALL
Grade Level: 3-8
The Big Idea
Discover the brilliant survival strategy trees use to endure the winter. Learn about the 'biological amputation' process that allows trees to shed their leaves and conserve energy for the spring.
Key Vocabulary & Concepts
#Plants#Biology
Hands-On Observation Checklist
1. Predict & Form HypothesisWhat do you think causes why do leaves fall??
2. Explore Digital LabInteract with the simulation and note patterns.
3. Record Key FindingsWrite down 2 new facts discovered during the lab.
4. Explain to a PartnerShare your conclusions with a classmate or parent.
Teacher & Parent Discussion Starters
- Why is understanding why do leaves fall? important in everyday real life?
- What variable or factor had the biggest impact when testing the simulation?
- How does this concept connect to another science topic you have learned about?
Tiny Wonders Lab — Interactive Science & Physics Exploration
www.tinywonderslab.com/wonders/why-do-leaves-fall