Forest Ecology: Plants

Science Standards: MS-LS1 (From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes); MS-LS2 (Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics)

Have you ever wondered how plants live their whole lives rooted in one place? Explore while observing plant life in our forest! Identify plant structures, biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems, and their unique purposes through active exploration, hiking, and hands-on activities. Students will have opportunities to examine water and nutrient cycling, along with photosynthesis and transpiration.

Preview some Plants topics in this short video!

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Forest Ecology: Wildlife