Trips to Johnson Creek

We have been walking to Johnson Creek every other Tuesday after main lesson.  We observe and experience how it changes though the season.  Our first lunch spot is already completely under water!  During this letters block, we look for things in nature that have the sounds in them that we are working with or find things that look like the letters we are learning to write.  The children have participated in many activities such as games and stories while on the trip.  This also offers deep nature immersion and different perspective (literally, from across the creek) on the farm and our school.

Here is one of many wooly bear houses they built.  Soon, we will be bringing our flutes and craft activities with us to Johnson Creek to play for the spirits of the land and waters.  It's a short walk away from the school down the street and through a friendly neighbor's yard.  Ms. Maura accompanies us.  The Tuesday field trips will end October 29th.  We may still plan field trips, but Tuesdays will be held on the land until the Spring.