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     This plot study project was very fun for me. I love the fact that you had to actually go out and do something, in nature. It was a very physical and hands on project, which is my best learning technique. I enjoyed just being in nature, and getting graded on going to one place that I love.
     I learned many things in doing this project. One of them was just how many organisms contribute to an environment. I know I've been told that everything has a place, but I could actually see it happen on my plot; and I saw each thing work together. Another thing I noticed was just the variety of plants and animals on my plot. Through all my observations I could see great amounts of diversity.
      In class, I learned how to map out a food web, and I am now able to see how each organism is connected. I also learned how a leaf under a microscope looks like; I could see each intricate cell making up a bigger plant.
     Another thing I learned was the importance of picking up trash. We are called by God to be stewards of the world he put us in. Also it benefits the environment, because trash can harm animals. If we pick it up, fewer animals will be harmed from humans in this way.
     I feel more connected with nature after this project; not just the fact that I sat outside for much of the days-but because I can now understand what is actually happening right in front of me. I am also more conscious of the things I do in nature, because I understand everything I do, affects something else in that environment. This plot study project has definitely helped me look at the bigger picture, and has also given me a different perspective of the environment around me.

Thanks for the awesome project Mrs. Kits!