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Finding Shapes in Root Vegetables

 We began this lesson by activating our prior knowledge about plant parts and the function of each. We then focused in on the roots of the plants – sharing what we remembered about roots and reading one of our books about roots to extend upon that knowledge. “Roots” by Charlotte Guillain “Roots” by Lynn Stone (ARContinue reading “Finding Shapes in Root Vegetables”

Wylde Center Field Trip to the Edgewood Garden

I had the opportunity to go on a field trip to the Wylde Center‘s Edgewood Community Learning Garden with Whitefoord Elementary students. The environment was so rich with things to do and see. Here are some highlights from our adventure. First, we visited the garden with Mr. Derek. We explored the beds looking for familiarContinue reading “Wylde Center Field Trip to the Edgewood Garden”

APS: October in the Cafeteria

Features of October’s Menu Locally-Grown Apples (Oct 16, 22, 27, 29) Oranges (Oct 1, 6, 13, 19, 26) Kale (Oct 1, 15) Sweet Potatoes (Oct 2) Cabbage (Oct 30) Organic Kale (Oct 1, 15) Cabbage (Oct 30) See the full Lunch Menu here: http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/static/greenmenus/0707092223267041/2015/10/69531-Elementary_Lunch.pdf     Our Harvest of the Month this month is KALE! JoinContinue reading “APS: October in the Cafeteria”