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I suggest this web quest be utilized as an extension with the study of the Chesapeake Bay, a topic examined by Montgomery County Public School students in the fourth grade. After introducing and exploring the topics of ecosystems, habitats and the importance of the balance between the flora and fauna, this unit will be especially effective.

Some of the readings are "above the reading level" of a typical fourth grader, therefore, the presenting teacher should augment the implementation of this web quest by reading some parts out loud with the learners to establish clarity and text understanding. Also, the teacher should become familiar with the different references thus having the ability to guide the learners as to where they could possibly venture to get their varied answers.

The teacher should make hard copies and distribute the rubric, the worksheet, and the final solution pages so that the learners will know the anticipated outcomes of the lesson.

This web quest could last as long as 4 hours or more, depending upon ability levels and teacher assistance.

Enjoy!

BLSteel