How do we get our children interested in science and the

world around them?

A field trip Proposal to Kackleberry Farms

By

Richardson, D

About the Farm

Two educators who own the farm wanted to teach students about farm life and the world around them. Their dream was to combine education and agriculture to teach children about life on the farm.

• They created the hands on

activities using farm materials .

• They wanted to intrigue the young and young-at-heart alike. With activities such as a the maze.

• Giant Rubber Pillow –great for all ages

Sky view of maze Swimming pool filled with Giant rubber pillow

Teachers • Teachers can expect for the students to be totally involved with the hands-on activities .• Teachers will find that the activities are in line with the Georgia Performance Standards.

– For grades k-2nd

• S1L1. Students will investigate the characteristics and basic needs of plants and animals

– S2L1. Students will investigate the life cycles of different living organisms – SKCS1. Students will be aware of the importance of curiosity, honesty, openness, and skepticism in

science and will exhibit these traits in their own efforts to understand how the world works.

Character Education standards are also enforced at Kackleberry Farms

•activity with Spookley the Square pumpkin.

•hand-outs( for extensions to what the students have learned)

• web-sites for other activities

Supplemental Materials

Expectations• The students are expected

to participate in many age appropriate activities.

• capture students’ interest

• stimulate their curiosity and reinforce what they have already learned.

• Become life long learners

Families

Activities that whole families can participate in together

• Pumpkin picking

• Balloon rides

• Camp fires

Conclusion Plan a trip to Kackleberry

Farms It’s a great experience for students and families to grow .

Cost $5. Per person under age 3 free & free for seniors

Groups of 20 get 2 chaperones in free

for directions please go to

http://www.kackleberry/farms.com