October 19, 2018 at 4:34 p.m.
Northwoods Community Elementary School students adopt trees at outdoor classroom
Northwoods Community Elementary School students adopt trees at outdoor classroom
After reading "The Giving Tree," Mrs. Gerth led the students on a hike to view the different types of trees. The students looked closely at the size of trees, the texture and color of the bark. They also noticed that the trees held different shapes of leaves. Each student was asked to choose a favorite tree to adopt. The students filled out a form about their chosen tree, slipped the form into a clear pocket sleeve and tied it around their chosen tree.The students will visit their adopted tree this winter and spring.
Mr. Cheslock led the youngsters on a walk to search for leaves. After finding 10 different leaves, the students classified the leaves according to color, size and tree type. Using a leaf identification chart, the students matched their leaves to the sample leaves on the chart. Then the students brought their leaves inside to create leaf rubbings.
The students learned about the job of each part of a tree while making a model of a tree with Mrs. Deitz. Using a paper bag, the students added yarn for the tree's roots and a small Ziploc bag of sand for the trunk. Then the students cut branches and leaves for their model of a tree.
After lunch, the students participated in a scavenger hunt. They looked for a red leaf, insect, a stick-shaped like a y, a gray rock, water and other natural items. Most of the students found all of the items on their list. The visit to CAVOC ended with an ice cream treat.
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