Observing Nature

We went out for our Forest Friday a little early this week due to the dreary weather forecast for tomorrow.  Today we focused on being scientists out in nature making quiet and thoughtful observations of our surroundings using all of our senses (well, except for taste!).  Each student chose a special "Sit Spot" from which to do their observations.  They recorded their observations in their new Nature Journals.  Students observed many things in the woods today such as birds singing, birds flying around, bugs, new plants, buds on trees, etc.  Unfortunately, we didn't have a lot of time today, but it was a great first experience with our "sit spots"!