There is no such thing as bad weather when there is science to be done! Recently, our students stepped outside the classroom and into the crisp, damp air of a classic Inland Northwest day. Equipped with clipboards, keen eyes, and endless curiosity, our young scientists braved the drizzle to observe the natural world firsthand right on our school grounds.
During their outdoor exploration, students put their observation skills to work investigating the difference between living and non-living things. From damp soil, pinecones, and river rocks to vibrant moss, crawling earthworms, and towering trees, students gathered real-world evidence to support their scientific thinking.
Learning outdoors brings science concepts to life in ways a textbook simply can't. Watching our students ask big questions, collaborate with their peers, and enthusiastically embrace the damp weather reminds us that meaningful discovery happens everywhere—rain or shine!