May 24/25: Inquisitive Learners
Investigative, inquiring, learners who ask probing questions and desire to learn more.
May 24/25: Inquisitive Learners
Investigative, inquiring, learners who ask probing questions and desire to learn more.
Grade TK-2: "Nature Detectives"
Activity: Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Objective: Develop curiosity and observation skills.
California State Standards:
- NGSS K-ESS3-1: Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants and animals.
Description: Students engage in an outdoor scavenger hunt, fostering investigative skills by asking questions about the environment and searching for answers.
Grade 3-5: "Science Fair Explorers"
Activity: Mini Science Fair Project
Objective: Encourage independent inquiry and research.
California State Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.7: Conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic.
Description: Students choose a science topic of interest, formulate questions, and conduct experiments to showcase at a mini science fair, demonstrating investigative skills.
Grade 6-8: "History Detectives"
Activity: Historical Mystery Investigation
Objective: Foster critical thinking and research skills in history.
California State Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7: Integrate visual information with other information in print and digital texts.
Description: Students investigate a historical mystery, researching primary sources to formulate conclusions and present their findings, promoting investigative inquiry.
Grade 9-12: "Research Symposium"
Activity: Student-Driven Research Symposium
Objective: Cultivate independent research and presentation skills.
California State Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects.
Description: Students choose a topic of personal interest, conduct in-depth research, and present their findings at a research symposium, showcasing investigative and inquiry skills.