Science teacher Sarah Onstad led students on a tour through the Denver Botanic Gardens last week: "Second grade scientists have been focusing on the study of ecology, asking the question, 'Do plants and insects help or harm each other?'"
Science teacher Sarah Onstad led students on a tour through the Denver Botanic Gardens last week: "Second grade scientists have been focusing on the study of ecology, asking the question, 'Do plants and insects help or harm each other?'
"Last week, at the Denver Botanic Gardens they looked at different parts of plants and insects, identified pollinators and described how insects help plants reproduce. Students also looked for ways plants and animals have adapted to survive in their environment."
Teacher Justine Hall also commented, "It was the perfect fall day to spend time outside exploring nature. My students were excited see their learning come to life as they examined the interactions between insects and plants in real life!"
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.