Students become active note takers, problem solvers, and scientists as they work through engaging activities involving the carbon dioxide and water cycles. This program constantly challenges students to hypothesize, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
•  Comparing and contrasting photosynthesis and respiration
•  Explaining how plants and animals are dependent on each other
•  Understanding the conditions needed for evaporation and condensation

Orchard Science curriculum promotes the concept stressed in the National Science Education Standards. Orchard assessments and instruction are correlated to New York State Standards. This program is a dynamic, multimedia approach to help students explore and learn key concepts in the science curriculum. It can be used to supplement core instruction or as a core instructional option.