Weather Minnesota weather has its highs and lows. Students study the basic components of weather, use simple weather instruments, do demonstrations, and try their hand at weather predicting. Students recognize various trees common to Minnesota and appreciate their diversity and biology. Learn how to identify birds, why they migrate, and observe birds at the feeders. Use binoculars, field guides, and audio aids to identify birds and their behavior.
Students identify animal gaits and track patterns.
Hike to identify real tracks. Make a plaster track cast to take home. Learn about cultural history only and the process of making maple syrup. Students will tap a tree, collect sap, and get a taste of pure maple syrup. Find out what types of materials are recyclable and which are not.