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GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS In this section you will find the materials that scaffold prior knowledge with new information. Students will manipulate information from current and prior studies as they use imaginary organisms (fosters confidence for struggling readers) to create food webs. They are able to organize research materials through the use of Cornell Notes and questioning to give purpose to readings. From these readings, students develop “facts based” written works and are provided exemplars that promote excellence. Lastly, the group develops an oral presentation strategy that defines the relevance for their work. LOOKS LIKE: Biome Brainstorming Chart Biomes and Their Characteristics Newsletter Biomes Graphic Organizer Biome Alert – Biomes Newsletter Format Book Selected Reading – Cornell Notes Newspaper/Magazine Article Reading – Cornell Notes Internet Article Reading – Cornell Notes The Food Web Partners ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ Instructions: In your group, brainstorm what you already know or might know about your biome, and fill in the appropriate boxes. On the back, write questions that arise. Defining characteristics of your biome Occurrence on Earth Climate and geographic features Organisms Mechanisms of survival (physical and behavioral) Name ___________________ BOOK SELECTED READING CORNELL NOTES FOCUS FOR READING While you read, focus on the following questions that you are interested in answering. ADD questions that you have as you continue to read. FACTUAL RESPONSE When you find an answer to the focus questions or to questions that you have asked, write the facts in you own words. What is the purpose of this reading? What new key vocabulary words did I notice? How does this book’s selection help me understand what I am studying in class? What personal connections do you have to the informa