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Subject

Math, Science & Technology, Career Development and Occupational Studies

Authors

Tina Miner-James and Bruce Rohr

Duration

2–3 class periods

Description

Objective:
Students compile a collection of tree specimens that will serve as an identification manual for trees found in New York.

Activity:

• Students collect a minimum of 15 tree samples (e.g., leaf, twig, bark, rubbing). The samples should include both conifers and deciduous trees.
• Each sample should be mounted. Descriptive information provided for each sample should include:
  • Common name
  • Scientific name
  • Unusual qualities
  • Uses
  • Environmental and/or growth requirements

Source

Miner-James, Tina and Bruce Rohr. “Tree Samples.” In Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Resource Guide with Core Curriculum. New York State Department of Education, 303.

Related Academic Standards

New York State

CDOS.C.2.1.A Students demonstrate the integration and application of academic and occupational skills in their school learning, work, and personal lives.

CDOS.C.2.1.B Students use academic knowledge and skills in an occupational context, and demonstrate the application of these skills by using a variety of communication techniques (e.g., sign language, pictures, videos, reports, and technology).

CDOS.C.2.1.C Students research, interpret, analyze, and evaluate information and experiences as related to academic knowledge and technical skills when completing a career plan.

CDOS.C.3a.BS.1.A Students use a combination of techniques to read or listen to complex information and analyze what they hear or read; convey information confidently and coherently in written or oral form; and analyze and solve mathematical problems requiring use of multiple computational skills.

CDOS.C.3a.TS.2.A Students demonstrate the ability to organize and process information and apply skills in new ways.

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