Language And Literature's
Eco-Expedition
start
Index
Checkpoint 1
Standards
The Job Offer
Checkpoint 2
Pre-Work
The Expedition
The Presentation
Checkpoint 3
Response
The Trial
Checkpoint 4
Portfolio
Portfolio
Checkpoint 5
TIMELINE
Standards
Driving Questions - How do ecosystems function as interconnected systems, and how do organisms adapt for survival?
- How does matter and energy move through ecosystems, and how do human actions impact these systems?
Skills
Standards
Newsela Pre-Work
1. For “Humans leave a residue on the Earth” and “Environmental impacts of agriculture”:
2. For “Breathing new life into Inca farming practices”:
- As you read, highlight any challenges of the landscape and climate described in the article. Highlight in another color the techniques and strategies that farmers used to adapt to or modify their environment. Finally, annotate the effects of their strategies.
- As you read, highlight any human activities mentioned in the article. Annotate the effects of these activities on the Earth.
What's next?
Modified Socratic Seminar
Round 1: Basic Opinions“Who chose AGREE? Why?” “Who chose DISAGREE? Why?” Round 2: Push Thinking “What in the letter made you feel confident—or uneasy?” Round 3: Challenge & Debate “Someone from the other side—respond to that.” Round 4: Ethical Tension (CORE) “Is it ever okay to harm nature if it helps people?” Round 5: Perspective Shift “Who changed their mind—even a little?”
+info
The Portfolio
Write a subtitle that provides more information
Need more reasons to use dynamic content in class? Well: 90% of the information we assimilate comes to us through sight, and we retain 42% more information when the content is in motion.
+info
Timeline
Summatives= RedFormatives=Blue Presentations=Green
April 10th: 1st Checkpoint, Response Draft April 14th: Job Offer Response Due April 24th: 2nd Checkpoint, Expedition Materials May 8th: Expedition Proposal Due May 14th: 3rd Checkpoint, Expedition Revisions May 19th: 4th Checkpoint, Final Expedition File May 27th: Presentation Materials Due May 28th-29th: Presentations June 5th: Trial Materials Due June 8th-9th: Trial June 11th: Portfolio Due
Newsela Pre-Work Paragraph
write 1-2 paragraphs answering one question. Use examples from the Newsela Readings
1. How have humans adapted to, modified and affected the environment around them? 2. What are the current effects of humans' interaction with the environment over time? Turn your paper into the bin by the end of class on 4/8.
Text + image
Through a scheme, to tell everything in an orderly way
With calmness and conciseness. Summarize the content.
Show enthusiasm! Take a deep breath and start your presentation on the topic.
'Your content is liked, but it is much more engaging when it is interactive'
Genially
Highlighted phrase
'Through a scheme, to tell everything in an organized way'
'With calm and conciseness. Synthesize the content'
'Your content is liked, but it hooks much more if it's interactive'
Genially
Genially
Genially
Highlighted phrase
'Your content is liked, but it engages much more if it is interactive'
Genially
'With calm and conciseness. Synthesize the content'
Genially
'Through a scheme, to tell everything in an orderly way'
Genially
The Job Offer
You have received a job offer from Eco-Expeditions. Your task is to write a formal response letter in which you either: Accept the position, OR Respectfully decline the offer
Rubric
The Expedition
Relevant data
Visual information is better assimilated.
90%
Visual content is a universal and transversal language, like music. We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
When we are told a story, it excites us. It can even move us, making us remember the stories up to 20 times more than any other content we can consume.
+info
Timeline
+info
You can add interactivity to your timeline.
20XX
+info
Also animations to make it fun.
20XX
The important thing is that everything fits the theme.
+info
20XX
+info
And leave your class speechless.
20XX
Chart + text
Use graphics in your presentation
Use this space to briefly describe your chart and its evolution. To highlight super-relevant data. 90% of the information we assimilate comes through sight.
+info
List / Processes
Social beings
Narrative beings
Visual beings
We need to interact with each other. We learn collaboratively.
We teach through stories. They entertain us and help maintain attention.
We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, including those from other cultures.
+info
+info
+info
Video
Contextualize your topic
Contextualize your topic
+info
+info
Text + icons
see
see
see
see
see
see
Interactive question
Interactive Question
Interactive Question
Interactive Question
Thank you!
Pick one:
Then, write 1-2 paragraphs answering the question. Use examples from the Newsela Readings
How have humans adapted to, modified and affected the environment around them? What are the current effects of humans' interaction with the environment over time? Turn your paper into the bin by the end of class on 4/8.
20XX
To tell stories in an organized, hierarchical, structured, and concise manner. These are the four pillars for carrying out a successful presentation.
- Plan the structure of your content.
- Give visual weight to key points and main ones.
- Define secondary messages with interactivity.
A great title
Although you should not abuse the bulletpoints, icons and diagrams can be great allies when presenting. You will keep your class's attention and the information will be ingrained in their brains.
20XX
To tell stories in an organized, hierarchical, structured, and concise manner. These are the four pillars for carrying out a successful presentation.
Use an image
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
Did you know...
We retain 42% more information when the content moves? It is perhaps the most effective resource for capturing the attention of your students.
Here you can put a highlighted title
Our brain is prepared to consume visual content. And it makes sense: 90% of the information we process comes to us through sight. That's why visual content helps with faster learning in many cases.
+190
You can express numbers in this way
Did you know that Genially allows you to share your creation directly, without the need for downloads? Ready for students to view it on any device and learn anywhere.
+45k
...Although then explain it orally
Pose a question or problem that makes the class think; it's the essential ingredient to keep their attention. It's usually posed at the beginning of the topic to encourage critical thinking and participation.
- Include appropriate visual elements related to the theme.
- Display data and information visually.
- Use interactivity to delve deeper into the concepts.
A great title
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
A great title
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
Use an image
And use this space to describe it. You can upload an image from your computer or use the resources available in Genially, on the left side of the tool. Leave the whole class amazed!
With this feature...
You can add additional content that excites the brains of your students: videos, images, links, interactivity... Whatever you want!
A great title
Although you should not abuse bulletpoints, icons and diagrams can be great allies when presenting. You will keep your class's attention and the information will be engraved in their brains.
Did you know...
The window allows you to add more extensive content? You can enrich your genially by incorporating PDFs, videos, text... The content of the window will appear when clicking on the interactive element.
I know I've got it when...
- I can analyze scientific texts to explain how biotic and abiotic factors define ecosystems.
- I can analyze how physical and behavioral adaptations support survival.
- I can trace how interactions within ecosystems affect stability and resilience.
- I can construct an explanatory or argumentative response supported by scientific evidence.
- I can create a multimodal product that clearly communicates scientific understanding.
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
Respond to the Job Offer:
- Identify at least 2 explicit claims and 2 implied concerns in the job offer letter
- Make a clear decision (accept/decline) and justify it with 2+ pieces of textual evidence
- Write a formal response letter using appropriate structure and tone
I know I've got it when...
- I can analyze a text to identify both explicit and implied messages.
- I can determine an author’s purpose and recognize bias or hidden intent.
- I can write a formal response letter that clearly states and supports a decision.
VA SOL Standards
English Language Arts
7.RV.1.A, B
7.RI.1.A
7.RI.2.B, C
7.RI.3.A, B
7.W.2.A.vii
7.C.3.A, B
7.R.1.A-F
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
20XX
You can briefly describe what your presentation timeline consists of and orally present the milestones achieved so that no one falls asleep.
You can briefly describe what your presentation timeline consists of and present the milestones achieved orally so that no one falls asleep.
20XX
Write a subtitle that provides more information
Use an image
And use this space to describe it. You can upload an image from your computer or use the resources available in Genially, on the left side of the tool. Leave the whole class amazed!
Eco-Expedition
Kaleigh Phelps
Created on April 7, 2026
Start designing with a free template
Discover more than 1500 professional designs like these:
View
Urban Illustrated Presentation
View
Historical Presentation
View
KPOP Presentation
View
Snow Presentation
View
Corporate Christmas Presentation
View
Scary Eighties Presentation
View
Memories Presentation
Explore all templates
Transcript
Language And Literature's
Eco-Expedition
start
Index
Checkpoint 1
Standards
The Job Offer
Checkpoint 2
Pre-Work
The Expedition
The Presentation
Checkpoint 3
Response
The Trial
Checkpoint 4
Portfolio
Portfolio
Checkpoint 5
TIMELINE
Standards
Driving Questions- How do ecosystems function as interconnected systems, and how do organisms adapt for survival?
- How does matter and energy move through ecosystems, and how do human actions impact these systems?
Skills
Standards
Newsela Pre-Work
1. For “Humans leave a residue on the Earth” and “Environmental impacts of agriculture”:
2. For “Breathing new life into Inca farming practices”:
What's next?
Modified Socratic Seminar
Round 1: Basic Opinions“Who chose AGREE? Why?” “Who chose DISAGREE? Why?” Round 2: Push Thinking “What in the letter made you feel confident—or uneasy?” Round 3: Challenge & Debate “Someone from the other side—respond to that.” Round 4: Ethical Tension (CORE) “Is it ever okay to harm nature if it helps people?” Round 5: Perspective Shift “Who changed their mind—even a little?”
+info
The Portfolio
Write a subtitle that provides more information
Need more reasons to use dynamic content in class? Well: 90% of the information we assimilate comes to us through sight, and we retain 42% more information when the content is in motion.
+info
Timeline
Summatives= RedFormatives=Blue Presentations=Green
April 10th: 1st Checkpoint, Response Draft April 14th: Job Offer Response Due April 24th: 2nd Checkpoint, Expedition Materials May 8th: Expedition Proposal Due May 14th: 3rd Checkpoint, Expedition Revisions May 19th: 4th Checkpoint, Final Expedition File May 27th: Presentation Materials Due May 28th-29th: Presentations June 5th: Trial Materials Due June 8th-9th: Trial June 11th: Portfolio Due
Newsela Pre-Work Paragraph
write 1-2 paragraphs answering one question. Use examples from the Newsela Readings
1. How have humans adapted to, modified and affected the environment around them? 2. What are the current effects of humans' interaction with the environment over time? Turn your paper into the bin by the end of class on 4/8.
Text + image
Through a scheme, to tell everything in an orderly way
With calmness and conciseness. Summarize the content.
Show enthusiasm! Take a deep breath and start your presentation on the topic.
'Your content is liked, but it is much more engaging when it is interactive'
Genially
Highlighted phrase
'Through a scheme, to tell everything in an organized way'
'With calm and conciseness. Synthesize the content'
'Your content is liked, but it hooks much more if it's interactive'
Genially
Genially
Genially
Highlighted phrase
'Your content is liked, but it engages much more if it is interactive'
Genially
'With calm and conciseness. Synthesize the content'
Genially
'Through a scheme, to tell everything in an orderly way'
Genially
The Job Offer
You have received a job offer from Eco-Expeditions. Your task is to write a formal response letter in which you either: Accept the position, OR Respectfully decline the offer
Rubric
The Expedition
Relevant data
Visual information is better assimilated.
90%
Visual content is a universal and transversal language, like music. We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
When we are told a story, it excites us. It can even move us, making us remember the stories up to 20 times more than any other content we can consume.
+info
Timeline
+info
You can add interactivity to your timeline.
20XX
+info
Also animations to make it fun.
20XX
The important thing is that everything fits the theme.
+info
20XX
+info
And leave your class speechless.
20XX
Chart + text
Use graphics in your presentation
Use this space to briefly describe your chart and its evolution. To highlight super-relevant data. 90% of the information we assimilate comes through sight.
+info
List / Processes
Social beings
Narrative beings
Visual beings
We need to interact with each other. We learn collaboratively.
We teach through stories. They entertain us and help maintain attention.
We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, including those from other cultures.
+info
+info
+info
Video
Contextualize your topic
Contextualize your topic
+info
+info
Text + icons
see
see
see
see
see
see
Interactive question
Interactive Question
Interactive Question
Interactive Question
Thank you!
Pick one:
Then, write 1-2 paragraphs answering the question. Use examples from the Newsela Readings
How have humans adapted to, modified and affected the environment around them? What are the current effects of humans' interaction with the environment over time? Turn your paper into the bin by the end of class on 4/8.
20XX
To tell stories in an organized, hierarchical, structured, and concise manner. These are the four pillars for carrying out a successful presentation.
A great title
Although you should not abuse the bulletpoints, icons and diagrams can be great allies when presenting. You will keep your class's attention and the information will be ingrained in their brains.
20XX
To tell stories in an organized, hierarchical, structured, and concise manner. These are the four pillars for carrying out a successful presentation.
Use an image
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
Did you know... We retain 42% more information when the content moves? It is perhaps the most effective resource for capturing the attention of your students.
Here you can put a highlighted title
Our brain is prepared to consume visual content. And it makes sense: 90% of the information we process comes to us through sight. That's why visual content helps with faster learning in many cases.
+190
You can express numbers in this way
Did you know that Genially allows you to share your creation directly, without the need for downloads? Ready for students to view it on any device and learn anywhere.
+45k
...Although then explain it orally
Pose a question or problem that makes the class think; it's the essential ingredient to keep their attention. It's usually posed at the beginning of the topic to encourage critical thinking and participation.
A great title
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
A great title
Visual content is a cross-cutting and universal language, like music. We are capable of understanding images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.
Use an image
And use this space to describe it. You can upload an image from your computer or use the resources available in Genially, on the left side of the tool. Leave the whole class amazed!
With this feature... You can add additional content that excites the brains of your students: videos, images, links, interactivity... Whatever you want!
A great title
Although you should not abuse bulletpoints, icons and diagrams can be great allies when presenting. You will keep your class's attention and the information will be engraved in their brains.
Did you know... The window allows you to add more extensive content? You can enrich your genially by incorporating PDFs, videos, text... The content of the window will appear when clicking on the interactive element.
I know I've got it when...
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
Respond to the Job Offer:
I know I've got it when...
VA SOL Standards
English Language Arts
7.RV.1.A, B 7.RI.1.A 7.RI.2.B, C 7.RI.3.A, B 7.W.2.A.vii 7.C.3.A, B 7.R.1.A-F
A great title
We don't like to bore in our classes or work with flat content. It's time to bet on dynamic and interactive learning experiences that stimulate the thinking and creativity of each student.
20XX
You can briefly describe what your presentation timeline consists of and orally present the milestones achieved so that no one falls asleep.
You can briefly describe what your presentation timeline consists of and present the milestones achieved orally so that no one falls asleep.
20XX
Write a subtitle that provides more information
Use an image
And use this space to describe it. You can upload an image from your computer or use the resources available in Genially, on the left side of the tool. Leave the whole class amazed!