The fifth graders have been busy with their adopt-a-tree projects. Each student has selected a tree out in the school forest and has been busy getting to know it better. We measure it, we do bark and leaf rubbings, we make close observations of the area around each tree, and we keep checking back to see if it is changing colors yet.We also identify each tree and learn its scientific name. Today we looked at six common tree species in detail. The kids did a quick sketch and explored whether the branches were alternate or opposite and the structure of the leaves and bark. My goal is that they can identify these trees on their own - maybe in their yard or on their route to school.
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