2019 March Homeschool Workshops
PROGRAM DATES AND DESCRIPTIONS:  

March 8, 2019
K-3rd Grade
Program 1 –Nature Tails: This class for will offer children different creative invitations to explore the scientific inquiry process twice each week.  Through literature, poetry, Native American stories, folk tales, drawing, journaling, and dramatic play children will investigate the rich world of plants and animals at the KVR.  
Instructors:  Mary Szepi, Barb Sarnowski, Julie Hoel and Susana Ruder
Program 2 –Nature Tails:  see above
4th Grade and Up
Program 1 –Edible and Poisonous Plants:  The Native Americans and pioneers understood and used many wild plants around them for food.  From them we have learned which plants are poisonous and which are edible.  Students will make a seasonal calendar of wild edible plants as part of this class.  Instructor:  Cathy Chybowski
Program 2 –Giant Steps:  Fifty summers ago in 1969, humans first made footprints on another world. Learn all about our moon and what the Apollo astronauts discovered when they explored there.  Instructor:  John Heasley


March 15, 2019
K-3rd Grade
Program 1 –Nature Tails: This class for will offer children different creative invitations to explore the scientific inquiry process twice each week.  Through literature, poetry, Native American stories, folk tales, drawing, journaling, and dramatic play children will investigate the rich world of plants and animals at the KVR.  
Instructors:  Mary Szepi, Barb Sarnowski, Julie Hoel and Susana Ruder
Program 2 –Nature Tails:  see above
4th Grade and Up
Program 1- The Scientific Method: What Is It and Why It Is Important:  Scientists use scientific methods in their investigations.  You have probably used these methods without realizing it to answer everyday questions and solve problems.  Let's learn more by conducting and analyzing simple experiments.  Instructor:  Cathy Chybowski
Program 2 – Geology Hike:  Students discover the unique landscape of the Kickapoo Valley and the Driftless region through a challenging hike that takes them from valley floor to hilltop exploring the layers of geologic rock formations (and rock shelters!) in between. If time permits students also conduct hands-on activities in the classroom to help them learn common Kickapoo Valley rocks and which rocks demonstrate exciting geologic phenomenon such as erosion and glacial movement.  Instructor:  Chuck Hatfield


March 22, 2019
K-3rd Grade
Program 1 –Nature Tails: This class for will offer children different creative invitations to explore the scientific inquiry process twice each week.  Through literature, poetry, Native American stories, folk tales, drawing, journaling, and dramatic play children will investigate the rich world of plants and animals at the KVR.  
Instructors:  Mary Szepi, Barb Sarnowski, Julie Hoel and Susana Ruder
Program 2 –Nature Tails:  see above
4th Grade and Up
Program 1 – Profiles In Science:  Many scientists become well-known for their ideas and work caring for the earth.  Can you name an environmental hero or heroine?  We will learn about the background of scientists like Aldo Leopold and Rachel Carson and understand how they have influenced us through their work.  Instructor:  Cathy Chybowski
Program 2 –Flintknapping:   Flint Knapping Early humans perfected the techniques of flint knapping to craft beautifully shaped and functional arrowheads, projectile points, spear points, and knife blades. Students will learn the techniques of making these extraordinary tools, from material selections to spalling and direct and indirect percussion flaking. Observe, hold, and imagine these tools in action as you watch the chips fly!  Instructor:  Aaron Larson


March 29, 2019
K-3rd Grade
Program 1 –Nature Tails: This class for will offer children different creative invitations to explore the scientific inquiry process twice each week.  Through literature, poetry, Native American stories, folk tales, drawing, journaling, and dramatic play children will investigate the rich world of plants and animals at the KVR.  
Instructors:  Mary Szepi, Barb Sarnowski, Julie Hoel and Susana Ruder
Program 2 –Nature Tails:  see above
4th Grade and Up
Program 1 – Giant Steps Continued:  Fifty summers ago in 1969, humans first made footprints on another world. Learn all about our moon and what the Apollo astronauts discovered when they explored there.  Instructor:  John Heasley
Program 2 –Leave No Trace:  Learn the skills needed to thrive in an outdoor environment. Do you have good outdoor ethics? Experiential education activities, games and initiatives will help students learn the 7 principles of Leave No Trace.