Last week the Coastside Land Trust kicked off its first Nature Journaling Teacher Workshop of the year for the fourth grade teachers in the Junior Land Stewards Program (JLS). This workshop marks the first in a series of professional development sessions for these Cabrillo fourth grade teachers, aimed at enriching their teaching practices and deepening students' connection to nature.
Guided by veteran JLS educators, the teachers explored how to incorporate nature journaling into their classrooms, focusing on using numbers and data to enhance the upcoming JLS lessons. The workshop also highlighted how the JLS curriculum naturally aligns with English and Math standards, reinforcing skills already being taught.
Beyond the hands-on activities, teachers had the chance to reflect on the power of nature journaling to spark curiosity and scientific inquiry in their students. As the day ended, they were treated to a stunning sunset—a beautiful reminder of the wonders they’ll be sharing with their students this year.
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