Why Do Leaves Fall?
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
Hands-On Observation Checklist
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?
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