This unit plan is a series of mathematical lessons that will teach students about the history Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and reinforce sixth grade mathematical skills and computer skills. During this unit, students will work through problems that teach them about the history of Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and its present state.

Objectives:

Mathematics (Sixth Grade Mathematical Objectives)

Unit Objective I - Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate an understanding and use of the properties and relationships in geometry, and standard units of metric and customary measurement.

2.11 - Convert measures of length, area, capacity, weight, and time expressed in a given unit to other units in the same measurement system.
2.12 - Estimate solutions to problems involving geometry and measurement. Determine when estimates are sufficient for the measurement situation.
2.13 - Analyze problem situations, select appropriate strategies, and use an organized approach to solve non-routine and increasingly complex problems involving geometry and measurement. Use technology as appropriate.

Unit Objective II - Goal 3: The learner will demonstrate an understanding of patterns, relationships, and algebraic representations.

3.05 - Use graphs and tables to represent ordered pairs; describe the relationship; recognize both liner and nonlinear relationships.

Technology (Sixth Grade Computer Skills)

Unit Objective III - Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.

2.1 - Use keyboarding skills to increase productivity and accuracy.

Unit Objective IV- Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.

3.7 - Evaluate electronic information from various sources as to validity, appropriateness, content, and usefulness.
3.8 - Apply search strategies to locate and retrieve information via telecommunications.
3.9 - Use telecommunications to share and publish information.

Lessons:

Lesson 1: What Do You Know About Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest?

Lesson 2: Measure a Tree

Lesson 3: Estimate the Area of Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest

Lesson 4: Where Are You?

Lesson 5: What Did You Learn About Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest?

Resources Needed:

People

• Burchfield, James - Retired Forest Service (828-479-9067)
• Campbell, Sarah - High School Mathematics Teacher (828-479-3453)
• Cody, Sandra - Elementary Language Arts Teacher (828-479-3453)
• Gibbs, Hugh - Forest Service (828-479-3861)
• Laughter, Ann - Elementary Social Studies Teacher (828-479-3453
• McClung, Marshall - Local Writer (828-479-8630)
• McRae, Marcella - Elementary Science Teacher (828-479-3453)
• Stewart, Joy - Elementary Second Grade Teacher (829-47 9-345

 

Books

• American Forest Foundation. Environmental Education Activity Guide. American Forest Foundation: Washington, DC, 1997.
• Campopiano, John. Math and Science Solution. Aims Education Foundation: Fresno, California, 1987.
• Covell, John. Joyce Kilmer: A Literary Biography. Write-Fit Communication: New York, New York, 2000.
• DeHart, Allen. North Carolina Hiking Trails. Appalachian Mountain Club, 1996.
• Homan,Tim. Hiking Trails of Joyce Kilmer-Slickroock and Citico Creek Wilderness . Peachtree Publishers,1998.
• Johnson, Randy . Hiking North Carolina . Falcon Publishing Company, 1996.
• Kilmer, Aline and Joyce. Trees & Other Poems & Candles That Burn . Cherokee Publishing Company, 1994.
• Kilmer, Joyce. Summer of Love. New York, New York, 1911.

 

Web Sites - See "Related Links" from the homepage (http://www.aamlessons.org/burchfield/).

Equipment

• Data Projector
• Computer Lab or Wireless Lab
• Projection Screen
• Printer
• Digital Camera
• Overhead Projector
• Calculators

Evaluation

• This unit is valuable because it let students learn mathematical concepts while integrating local history. It is very important for students to understand how they can relate mathematical concepts to the real world and especially to our Country's history.
• Written reports, graphs, posters, recording sheets, and scoresheets will be used to evaluate students work and knowledge of mathematical concepts and history of Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.

Time Period

This unit can be taught in a 14-day timeframe where each class period is 50 minutes.