Energy on Earth begins with our Sun. Sunlight is the catalyst to photosynthesis and the promise of continued growth of producers, the first in line of an ecosystem's multiple food chains. This three lesson unit of study uses role-playing to stimulate students in their understanding of food chains and photosynthesis. A string game is used to simulate food webs helping students to visualize the connection between the Sun's energy, producers, herbivores, omnivores, carnivores, and decomposers.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Lesson #1 — Plants and Energy
Lesson #2 — Animals and Energy
Lesson #3 — Decomposers
