Students explore how ecosystems thrive or collapse—and the role humans play in both. From pollution to conservation, this unit connects science to real-world choices. The anchoring phenomenon asks: “How can people fix a damaged ecosystem?” What’s Included: 5 Phenomenon-Based Lessons on ecosystem health, pollution, conservation, and human impacts Student Journals & Activities (ecosystem health surveys, pollution impact maps, conservation proposals) Informational Text + Critical Thinking Prompts