Our classroom field trip to Reader Rock Garden was a success. There was lots of learning and connections to be made. Students enjoyed walking through the gardens, observing and identifying plants. Many of us were able to recognize some familiar types of plants that were growing in the garden that we are also growing in the classroom. We are learning that different plants are part of different communities. Students used their field journals to observe and sketch a plant in the Reader's garden, using all the botanist techniques that they have been practicing back in the classroom. We learned the history behind William Roland Reader, who worked as City of Calgary Parks as a superintendent from 1913 to 1943. William Roland Reader contributed to the growth of Calgary as he shared his passion for plants, making the cities outdoor spaces more beautiful. We also took a walk through Union Cemetery, as we were introduced to a number of important people who also contributed to the growth in Calgary in many different ways. We spoke about AE Cross, John Ware, Louise Riley, and Colonel James F. Macleod to name a few.
I am looking forward to bringing all our learning back in to the classroom and expanding upon all our new findings.
Have a wonderful evening,
Mrs. Morden
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