Virtual FieldTrip

This website has a list of several "virtual" fieldtrips. We have just completed a study on ecosystems in science with my 3rd graders. I was looking for a website, or "trip", that would allow them to view the location "live" (not in just picture slideshows...like they already see in their book). Unfortunately, of all the places I looked, I was unable to find such a trip for ecosystems. Maybe someone else will have better luck.

http://www.efieldtrips.org/Schedules/searchResults.cfm?searchType=all

The fieldtrip I went on was the Biscayne National Park: An Underwater Ecosystem Adventure. It is a tour of an underwater ecoystem, but like I mentioned above, it is made up of pictures and facts. There is some interactive parts where students move puzzle pieces, use a flashlight to see animals, use a magnifying glass to see coral up close, etc.

A few things I like about this site is that there is a:
*Fieldtrip Journal that the students can fill out and complete as they "go" on their trip and record information that they learn.
*Ask the Experts link that allows students to ask questions they may have regarding their trip.
*Evaluation of the trip link incase you have comments, concern, or suggestions.

Digital Photo Story

My digital photo story/movie is a short video of still pictures. It begins with the birth of my son in January and continues until today, his 9 month birthday. I tried several times to upload music from our iTunes account and was unsuccessful. So, I settled with some of the classical music that was already part of the program in Photo Story 3.

I enjoyed working with this program and can see myself using it in the future whether it be for my students, family events, church programs, etc. Thanks for sharing this assignment and program with us!