Activity

Description

Science

Lang. Arts

Math

P.E.

History

Visual Arts

Group challenge: cross the flooded river

Students work together to cross an area on the ground that symbolizes the flooded Merced River. Each student may only touch the ground twice.

Blackberry removal

Students learn about invasive species, and the history of their introduction to the park’s ecosystem. The group participates in a resource management project aimed at eradicating invasive species from sections of the Yosemite Valley.

9. a

1, 2, 5, 6

Exploration of the Indian village

An inquiry-based activity in which students generate questions about American Indian life and then explore the Indian village looking for answers.

1, 2, 5, 6

Q & A with museum expert

Students meet with an interpretive ranger at the Indian museum to ask questions regarding Miwok lifestyles and traditions.

9. a

A pioneer’s story

Using gravestones in the cemetery, students write a brief fictional story about the life one of the deceased. After sharing the imagined stories, students will hear about each pioneer’s real life.

8.2-3, 8.5-3

Eco art

Students study Andy Goldsworthy’s artwork. Then, each student creates eco art and shares creations with the group.

Writing:

2.1 a, c

Written & oral: 1.1, 1.5, 1.6

Listening & speaking: 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7 a, b

8.8-2, 8.8-3,

Closing activity

Students share ways in which they might make a difference.

2.4, 2.5

Hiking

Students walk ~3 miles from Curry Village to Yosemite Village and Cook’s Meadow, covering varied terrain along the valley floor.

Listening & speaking: 1.3, 1.5