Interdisciplinary projects that live beyond the classroom

Nature Numbers

Grade(s):

Pre-K, K

Photographs of numbers represented in nature are used in basic arithmetic.

Invasive Species in Maine

Grade(s):

7

A field guide to invasive species in Maine

Colorado Bird Project

Grade(s):

K, 1

Hand-bound books about the unique features that make a bird a bird

Discovery Charter School Map

Grade(s):

2

Illustrated school map posted at the entrance to the school for visitors and families to use

Mohammed and the Number Genie

Grade(s):

6

Fantasy novel of world travel that teaches a mathematical concept in each chapter

Jason and the Matha Lisa

Grade(s):

6

Short fantasy novel combining art history with teaching mathematical concepts

Original Physics Experiments

Grade(s):

1, 2

Collection of students' self-designed physics experiments and their conclusions

Drafts of a Cave Home

Grade(s):

5, 6

Cross-sectional illustrations of a prehistoric cave home through multiple drafts with peer critique

Recipe for Rochester

Grade(s):

2

Recipe book that combines writing, art, history and cooking regarding early settlements of Rochester, NY

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