Third Grade Curriculum-based Activities
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UNIT I: VOLCANOES Volcanoes of Lassen - Students will learn how volcanoes are formed through a hands-on demonstration. (30-45 minutes) Location: Classroom or field site Download the Activity (126k pdf file)
UNIT II: NATIVE AMERICANS Indian Acorn Game - Students will hear a story about the Atsugewi Indian use of acorns, learn how to make an acorn top, and play an Atsugewi children's game. (two 45 - 60 minute periods) Location: Classroom Download the Activity (45k pdf file)
Atsugewi Stick Game - Students will learn and play the Stick Game, a guessing game played by Atsugewi children. (Two 45 - 60 minute periods) Location: Classroom and/or Lassen Park Download the Activity (241k pdf file)
Atsugewi Village - Students will make models of Atsugewi houses which include earth lodges, bark houses, and summer residences. (Two 45 - 60 minute periods) Location: Classroom Download Activity (433k pdf file)
UNIT IV: NATIONAL PARK IDEA A Place for All Seasons - Students will record their observations of seasonal changes and discuss why Lassen Park is important. (45 - 60 minutes in the park and 45 minutes in the classroom) Location: Any site or trail in Lassen Park Download the Activity (182k pdf file) |
Did You Know?
The reddish color sometimes observed on top of snow at Lassen Volcanic NP snow is a living organism called snow algae. When snow begins to thaw, these microscopic organisms spring to life. They function as a primary food source and are being studied for their cancer-fighting properties.