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Ecosystems
Ecosystems
Grade Five Nature Walkers explore a ecosystems. They will explore and record in a forest ecosystem, observe interactions and interdependence in this system and discover the cyclic nature of the food/energy cycle. Students begin to understand that an ecosystem is a continually changing process of interdependence between plants, animals, fungi, and non-living things. In addition the students are introduced to scientific journaling.
Please note: All adults who work with children in the Big Backyard program must have a valid CORI. Please click here to fill out a CORI form. CORI checks are good for 3 years. Check with your school office if you have additional questions.
Fall
Forest Ecosystem - Fall Fall
Read the guide before your walk to familiarize yourself with areas to visit and activities.Learn approach, modeling, activities (15 minutes)
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
It is strongly recommended that volunteers attend the on-site training at your school. Trainings are 30-45 minutes, typically, on the day of the walk, and begin in the lobby. If you are unsure of when the training occurs look back at the signup email or contact your Big Backyard team.
Winter
Forest Ecosystem - WinterWinter
Read the guide before your walk to familiarize yourself with areas to visit and activities.Learn approach, modeling, activities (15 minutes)
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
It is strongly recommended that volunteers attend the on-site training at your school. Trainings are 30-45 minutes, typically, on the day of the walk, and begin in the lobby. If you are unsure of when the training occurs look back at the signup email or contact your Big Backyard team.
Spring
Forest Ecosystem - New LifeSpring
Read the guide before your walk to familiarize yourself with areas to visit and activities.Learn approach, modeling, activities (15 minutes)
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
On-Site Pre-Walk Training
It is strongly recommended that volunteers attend the on-site training at your school. Trainings are 30-45 minutes, typically, on the day of the walk, and begin in the lobby. If you are unsure of when the training occurs look back at the signup email or contact your Big Backyard team.
For more information visit LPS Big Backyard Program or contact Karen McCarthy, K-5 Science Coordinator or Pamela Cohen, District Big Backyard Coordinator
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