After listening to students' stories, read stories on back of cards to class. Divide students into four groups and give each group a story card to decipher. Answers are written on back, so place each card on picnic table with picture up. Remind students not to remove cards from tables. Have students present their stories to class, comparing them with those on back of cards.
Students can make individual or group stories.
Place animal track stamps, ink pads and paper on tables. Make track prints by placing rubber stamps in ink and pressing them on paper. Use crayons and markers to draw habitat scenery in the background. Return animal track stamps, ink pads and art supplies when finished. Older students can write out their stories at school.