YES Club presents:
Prairie Ecosystems
Home, home on the range… are a wide variety of animals, plants, and people. Deer and antelope aren’t the only ones who will play on the prairie this semester; students can too– Sign yours up today!
Little Club on The Prairie
This semester, 4th and 5th-grade students will engage in hands-on exploration of one of Colorado’s main ecosystems: the prairie. Over 11-13 weeks, YES club members will build relationships with their peers while they learn and go on field trips! With weekly lessons focused on a topic related to prairie ecology, students will learn everything about pairie ecosystems: from exploring all sides of wolf reintroduction to practicing the STEM skills of our local indigenous communities.
Activities
- Follow the journey of Monarch Butterflies
- Turn a Lightbulb on with the Power of Wind
- Wildlife Observation in Local Habitats
- Dig in the Dirt! (aka rich prairie soil)
- Guest Speakers from Local Outdoor Professionals
- Field Trips to Prairies for Critter investigation
- Games and Crafts About Animals Like Rattlesnakes and Bison
Learning Outcomes
- Make New Friends!
- Learn about one of Colorado's ecosystems
- Develop awareness of soil, grass, and wind in ecosystems
- Learn about animal behavior, adaptations, and observe animals in their own habitats
- Deepen knowledge about local plants
- Practice critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills
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