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Fourth Grade

Macro-Views of the Forest-- zooming in and finding beauty

A colorful forest map featuring illustrations of various trees and animals throughout the landscape.

4th grade map (front). See below for 'zoomed in' paintings of something at each stop that is nearby. Can you find it?  

*Answers at bottom of page

A wooden slice featuring the number one painted prominently on its surface. As you enter the forest space, take a moment to read and reflect on our 3rd graders' Land acknowledgment poem. Written by 3rd grade class of 2023.

A painting featuring abstract swirls of pink and black paint, creating a dynamic and bold visual contrast.

by Sophie

A detailed painting showcasing a tree with rich green foliage and blooming flowers.

by Ms. Suzanne and Wyatt

Watercolor painting depicting a serene landscape with lush green and earthy brown tones.

By Giannah

A painting depicting a tree with the number five prominently displayed on its trunk.

by Mya

A drawing of a mountain featuring the number six prominently displayed on its surface.

by Piper

A painting depicting a man standing on a hill, prominently featuring the number 7 in the foreground.

by Liam

A watercolor painting featuring the number 8 prominently displayed in vibrant colors.

by Kaleigh

A colorful painting featuring the number 9 prominently displayed in the center.

by Layla

 

Watercolor painting of a pine tree with the number 10 artistically integrated into the design.

by Gunner

Cover of the book "11" by James Kennedy, featuring a bold design and intriguing imagery related to the story's themes.

by Tyler S.

A painting depicting a tree with the number 12 prominently displayed on its trunk.

by Clara

A painting depicting a tree with the number 13 prominently displayed on its trunk.

by Tyler F.

Cover of the book "14" by James Kennedy, featuring a colorful design and intriguing title typography.

by Jax

A wooden slice with the text "Your Turn" engraved on it, placed on a rustic surface.

(15) Your turn- find something to ZOOM in on- use a camera to take a photo or use your hands-- make a square with your thumb and pointer fingers to make a ‘viewfinder’-- what patterns, colors and shapes do you see in the macro world?

A painting featuring lush green plants alongside the number 16 prominently displayed.

by Piper

Text graphic displaying the phrase "Want more?" in a bold, modern font against a simple background.

Still have more energy?

GO BACK to MAP homepage and try another walk!

Answers: (2) pink lichen and hole in tree (3) moss and lichen on tree (4) moss growing near base of tree (5) oak leaf on the ground (6) mushrooms growing on tree (7) fallen log (8) beech tree- where branches meet in middle of tree (9) pine needs in dirt (10) hemlock branch/needs (11) stone in trail (mica flakes that shine) (12) moss growing around the tree branch (13) cross section of where a branch was growing (now sawn off). (14) quartz stone (15) your turn! (16) small pine 'moss' growing on ground