Know, Wonder, Learn
Explore the topic of nature by having students brainstorm words or images associated with it. Encourage students to mention: ecology, habitat, sustainability, and threatened species. Research definitions for key nature words like biodiversity and ecosystem.
Invite primary students to fill out the first two columns of the KWL Chart below. Make sure students fill in the final column after they write their poem.
See page 5 in the Learning Resource for full instructions on the KWL Chart activity .