Interdisciplinary projects that live beyond the classroom

What Bird Am I?

What Bird Am I?

Grade(s):

3

This field guide features the frequently seen bird species of Rock Creek Park. The guide is formatted by first providing clues about the species, then revealing the species on the following page. Field marks and interesting facts about the birds are included.

Safety Gear

Safety Gear

Grade(s):

9, 10, 11, 12

This public service music video is a compelling product of student-powered learning. Students did extensive field work in Canada that fueled their learning about bike safety and the rules of the road.

Invasives

They Live Among Us

Grade(s):

4

In this invasive species case study, students researched and participated in hands-on experiences and then communicated their knowledge of invasive species that affect their area lakes, streams, and waterways.

Closing the Gap: Economic Solutions for Developing Nations

Closing the Gap: Economic Solutions for Developing Nations

Grade(s):

12

AP Macroeconomics students researched developing nations to find room for growth for each country. Once the students understood their country's standing, they constructed economic plans for development.

Stories About Accessing Books Around the Globe

Grade(s):

3, 4

For their fall 2020 expedition, the Centaur class (3rd/4th grade) took on the guiding question, “What is the power of reading?” To develop ideas and answer this question, the students researched how people around the world go to great lengths to access the power of reading.

Locomotive Drawings

Grade(s):

2, 3

As an additional art piece to enhance the learning of our "I've Been Working on the Railroad,” an in-depth Expedition of the Transcontinental Railroad, our 2nd and 3rd grade students at Sierra Expeditionary Learning School created a detailed line drawing of a locomotive using basic lines and shap

Graphic Lettering Alphabets

Grade(s):

5, 6

Graphic lettering from a study of fonts and graphic arts to enhance project work

E2 River Scientist Study

Grade(s):

5, 6

Interviews with scientists involved in studying the health of local rivers, streams and wetlands

One Weave at a Time

Grade(s):

7

Instructional guide to weaving and bag making from a school in India

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