Outdoor Math Skills: Modeling Multiplication and Division with Natural Materials, Measuring Perimeter and Area of Gardens and Playgrounds, Using Natural Materials for Decimal Place Value, Exploring Volume with Recycled Materials

Curriculum Features: Real-Life Math Projects (Timing Races, Pythagorean Theorem in Sports, Scaling Recipes), Math Books and Games for Outdoor Learning

Key Math Topics: Place Value, Multi-Digit Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Measurement and Data, Time and Money, Geometry, Decimals, Fractions, Graphing and Algebra

Earth Science: Weather Patterns, Seasons, Landforms, Water Cycle, Natural Resources

Life Science: Animal Habitats, Life Cycles, Ecosystems, Adaptations, Human Body Systems

Wilderness Skills: Herbal Medicine, Navigation, Shelter Building, Healthy Eating, Tracking

Physical Science: Properties of Matter, Forces and Motion, Energy Transfer, Simple Machines, Chemical Reactions

Scientific Inquiry: Observations, Experimentation, Data Analysis, Communication Skills

Geographical Context: Visualizing Settings, Mapping Stories and Discussing Cultural Contexts

Creative Expression: Project-based Drawing and Narration, Writing Journal Prompts

Language Arts: Copywork, Phonics Exploration, Vocabulary Development, Story Comprehension, Critical Thinking

Learn about the works of:

George Washington Carver, Marie Maynard Daly, Dr. Patricia Bath, Yamuna Krishnan, Kizzmekia Corbett, Dr. Ellen Ochoa, Robert Bullard, Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Van Jones, Wangari Maathai, Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali, Gina McCarthy, Dr. A. J. McClung, Toni Morrison

Exploring the Math in Art: Exploring Lines, Focal Point, Repetition, Fractals, Fractions, Grids, and Geometry