What better place to learn about the forest ecosystem than in a forest!

December 13, 2012 Posted by: N Hopewell, Barnard Academy

On two separate visits to Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park, Barnard Academy fourth graders learned about tree identification, stewardship, decomposition, and forest succession. With the leadership of a national park ranger and staff, students were guided through several hands-on investigations that challenged their thinking and called on them to use keen observation skills. Students' classroom learning became alive and relevant and their knowledge and understanding deepened with the place-based educational experiences. Hopefully, with their new appreciation and awareness of the interdependence of all living things, the students will join those who came before them in becoming stewards of the land.

tree identification, stewardship, forest succession, forest decomposition



Last updated: March 15, 2013

Park footer

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

54 Elm Street
Woodstock, VT 05091

Phone:

802-457-3368 x0

Contact Us