Take a Walk through a First Grader's Eyes

First grade walks are based on animals and their habitats. They learn what animals need to live: food, water, warmth, air and shelter. They explore how different habitats meet these needs and compare fall resources with summer food sources and shelter. They observe birds and other common animals.

Please check the walk schedule and the grade coordinator or classroom representative for details of when each walk takes place. Walk leaders should remember to recite Harrington's Big Backyard Mantra before each walk.

Fall Walk

Birds and other animals

• Parent Teacher Walk Guide
• Map

Winter Walk

Animal Tracks

• Parent Teacher Walk Guide
• Map

Examples of Animal tracks can be found at: The MassWildLife Pocket Guide to MA Animal Tracks  

First Spring Walk

Birds in Spring

• Parent Teacher Walk Guide
• Map

Second Spring Walk

Simple Food Chains

• Parent Teacher Walk Guide
• Map

Additional Resources

• Fall Supplemental Guide
• Winter Supplemental Guide
• Early Spring Supplemental Guide
• Later Spring Supplemental Guide