John Burroughs: Nature Writer
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- Unit Overview
Students become historians to learn about John Burroughs' life. They use reading and observation skills throughout activities and lessons....
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- The Falling Leaves
In this pre-trip activity, students interpret a portion of John Burroughs' essay "The Falling Leaves." They analyze the essay identifying figurative l...
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- Mystery Activity
In this pre-visit activity, students work cooperatively to piece together information about the philosophy and life of John Burroughs....
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- Journaling
Students will get the most out of this unit if they use journals before, during, and after their trip(s) to Riverby and Slabsides. Writing activities ...
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- Internet Search
To prepare for a visit to Slabsides, students use the Internet to research information about John Burroughs and his life. They will summarize informat...
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- Place Based Learning
Students visit John Burroughs' Slabsides to understand more about his life and his connection with the environment. They also practice writing and ana...
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- Waiting
Students analyze John Burroughs' poem, "Waiting," to learn more about his philosophy of life....
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- Descriptive Writing
Students produce one or more essays of descriptive nature writing to express their personal encounter with Slabsides and the world of John Burroughs. ...
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