for Educators

Field Journal Journey

Grades K-12 | Explore the complexity and biodiversity of the natural world through observation and data collection using field journals.

  • Cumming Nature Center, Virtual
  • Cumming Nature Center Experiences, Virtual Experiences
  • Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
  • Life Science

Guided Cumming Nature Center Experience or Virtual Experience

Discover the natural history of field journaling and what value a field journal can have for individuals and citizen science. Learn different methods of recording–from lists to study sketches. After a presentation, students will practice observation skills, share curiosity, and get creative. Teachers can then use the methods explained to continue field journaling with their students throughout the year.

Virtual Experience Details:

  • RMSC sends Zoom link to the teacher. The teacher co-hosts Zoom and manages the participants.
  • Required to have a computer or Smart Device to connect to internet, Zoom, webcam & microphone; projector and external speakers needed in the classroom.
  • Maximum attendance 120.

Field Journal Journey is also available as a CNC Delivers program! For more information on CNC Delivers, please click below:

CNC DELIVERS

Connects with-
New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) & Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):

  • 4-LS1-1  Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction
     
  • 5-ESS3-1  Obtain and combine information about ways individual communities use science ideas to protect Earth’s resources and environment.
     
  • 5-LS2-1 Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants (producers), animals (consumers), and decomposers, and the environment.
     
  • MS-LS2-2 Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms in a variety of ecosystems.
     
  • HS-LS2-3 Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for the cycling of matter and flow of energy in ecosystems.

 

  • 4-LS1-1  Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction
     
  • 5-ESS3-1  Obtain and combine information about ways individual communities use science ideas to protect Earth’s resources and environment.
     
  • 5-LS2-1 Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants (producers), animals (consumers), and decomposers, and the environment.
     
  • MS-LS2-2 Construct an explanation that predicts patterns of interactions among organisms in a variety of ecosystems.
     
  • HS-LS2-3 Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for the cycling of matter and flow of energy in ecosystems.

 

ELA (ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS) STANDARDS:

  • 5W3d  Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely.
     
  • 6W3d  Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to convey experiences and events.
     
  • 6W6  Conduct research to answer questions, including self-generated questions, drawing on multiple sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.
     
  • 7W3d  Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events
     
  • 7W6  Conduct research to answer questions, including self-generated questions, drawing on multiple sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate. Generate additional related questions for further research and investigation.
     
  • 8W3d  Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events
     
  • 8W6  Conduct research to answer questions, including self-generated questions, drawing on multiple sources, refocusing the inquiry when appropriate. Generate additional related questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration.
     
  • 9-10W6  Conduct research to answer questions, including self-generated questions, or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate. Synthesize multiple sources, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
     
  • 11-12W6  Conduct research through self-generated questions, or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate. Synthesize multiple sources, demonstrating understanding and analysis of the subject under investigation.

How To Book

Need More Information?

  • Contact: Lann Dolen, Public and School Programs Coordinator
  • Phone: 585.374.6160, ext. 110
  • Email: ad****@**sc.org

When Is It?

  • Note: Available all seasons
  • Program Length: Up to 3.5 hours in-person experience OR 60-minute virtual experience
  • Earliest Start Time: 8:30am

Who Should Attend?

  • Grades: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
  • Minimum Attendance: 12
  • Maximum Attendance: 72

How Much Does It Cost?

  • $10 per person, 1 free adult with every 5 students; $6 per additional adult; RMSC Member Adults free

    Virtual: $150 for 1-30 students