


Harbor and Sprout
Tropical Ecology Language Arts & Writing
These lessons are included in our Tropical Ecology Unit Study.
Discover language arts and writing through the lens of tropical ecology in this in-depth, engaging Language Arts and Writing guide by Amber of So Simple a Beginning. This study includes four Language Arts modules and four Writing modules:
Language Arts Module 1: Palm Tree
- Read and evaluate poem "Palm Tree" by Rabindranath Tagore
- Expand your tropical ecology vocabulary and identify new words
- Palm tree coloring page
- DIY paper palm tree
- Practice narration through summarizing poem in your own words
- Writing Practice
Language Arts Module 2: Pronouns
- Learn about pronouns with a helpful chart
- Practice pronouns with flashcards
- DIY pronoun palm trees
- Play the Proper Pronouns game
Language Arts Module 3: Language and Environment
- Become a little linguistic and learn about what language has to do with environment
- Print out and evaluate language & environment flash cards
- Learn about vowels and consonants
- Learn about the Hawaiian language
- Tropical Hibiscus flower coloring page
Language Arts Module 4: Oral Storytelling
- Explore the art of oral storytelling
- Watch dramatic storytelling "Adventures of Kane'apua" delivered by a traditional Hawaiian storyteller
- Draw a picture to describe what happened in the story
- Practice summarization
- Learn oral storytelling tips
- Create your own story outline
- Practice oral story telling
- Have a performance and tell your story
Writing Module 1: Plan
- Choose a tropical ecology related topic to write about (suggestions given)
- Come up with questions about chosen topic
Writing Module 2: Research
- Research the answers to your questions
- Gather materials
- Compose research notes
- Learn how to craft a thesis statement
- Build an argument
- Create an outline
Writing Module 3: Write
- Write your first draft
- Get your thoughts down on paper
- Refer to included Research Paper Structure Guide for help
Writing Module 4: Revise
- Reread and edit your essay
- Use included checklist as a guide to your revisions
- Proofread essay for any errors
- Write final draft
These lessons may be completed over the course of one month with one module per week, or more quickly or slowly depending on personal preference. This is a digital download and the files will be delivered via email upon purchase. Enjoy your exploration of language and writing through Tropical Ecology!