Teacher Testimonial 2
“I just wanted you to know that the samples that y'all collected in the rain yesterday were amazing. I've done this a few times, and the kids have always enjoyed doing it, but the variety and quantity of organisms that you guys collected this year was astounding. I would go out on a limb and say that the exploration of the organisms was the most engaging, exciting science lesson I've seen. The kids really got into it.
So thanks for the good work that you facilitate, and I look forward to doing more work with you in the future (hopefully in better weather conditions).”
Patrick Howard
Laurelhurst Elementary
Tiny Neighbors Field Investigation
In partnership with Seattle Public Schools, Tiny Neighbors is a field investigation that extends the learning in the 5th grade Microworlds Science Unit by supporting teachers and students in designing and completing their own scientific investigations of local ponds or lakes. Students make connections from their classroom learning to the real world by exploring an ecosystem within their community.
Enjoy this slide show of a recent Tiny Neighbors program at Union Bay Natural Area, Seattle.
Use the settings on the black bar above to speed up the slide show.
Teacher Support
The support provided to teachers and students includes:
Teacher training
Planning assistance
3 Lessons, including pre and post assessments
Field equipment
Field assistance as teachers implement Tiny Neighbors the first time
Up to 20 clock hours can be earned by participating teachers.
Homewaters Project ~ 9600 College Way North, Seattle, WA 98103-3599 ~ 206.526.0187