Habitat Investigations- Outdoor Classroom

On Friday, your children became habitat explorers!  Thanks to the Amazing Science Center Staff, we were able bring the students to the habitat rather than just using books and internet sources.  At the reservoir, students collected data from 3 different habitats (forest, field, and vernal pool.)  They worked in small teams to collect temperature, weather, soil, and water data.  Then, they were able to explore and learn about animals that live in that habitat.  Back at school, we are using that data as one of the tools to help us learn about animal adaptations, food chains, and habitats.
Our lunch at Simonds Park was a huge success thanks to the many parents that were able to join us and walk back to school with us as well.  Thank you!
Here are some photos from our day.