The World Around Them

One of the big topics in chapter five was how to explore a variety of informal science learning experiences and the ways in which we can develop them by using a classroom science corner and field trips. Informal science learning experiences are experiences that are unique and very personal to the students. One way to do this is with the creation of a science corner. The materials in the science corner need to be clearly displayed in a way that will engage the students. The book gave some great ideas for science corners, such as seasonal changes, materials related to the current science unit, or a class nature collection. I was really excited to read this part of the chapter because my micro-teaching subject was science corners, so I felt that I got a lot from the book and applied it to when I presented my science corner. Another part of the book that I enjoyed reading was the section on field trips. I always loved going on field trips when I was in elementary school, and learning how I can make the trips relevant and meaningful for my students has really helped me to see field trips from the teachers point of view.