Distance Learning

Notice like a Naturalist!

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Science
Common Core Standards:
3.SL.1.d, 3.SL.4, 3.SL.6, 4.SL.3, 5.SL.1.d, 5.SL.4, 3.W.2.a, 3.W.3.b, 3.W.5, 4.W.1.b, 4.W.2, 4.W.2.b, 4.W.7, 4.W.9, 5.W.2, 5.W.2.a
State Standards:
Florida State Standards
SC.3.N.1.1
SC.3.N.1.5
SC.4.L.16.2
SC.4.L.17.2
SC.4.L.17.4
SC.4.N.1.1
SC.4.N.1.6
SC.4.N.2.1
SC.4.N.1.7
SC.5.N.2.1
SC.5.N.1.6
SC.5.L.14.2
SC.5.L.17.1

Fort Matanzas National Monument protects approximately 300 acres of Florida coastal environment containing dunes, marsh, maritime forest, and associated flora and fauna, including threatened and endangered species. It also preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. 

How to Participate

Park rangers at Fort Matanzas National Monument are able to conduct live interactive classroom presentations through distance learning video conferences.This free program is a great way to introduce your students to this amazing national park. Email casa_education@nps.gov to schedule your class or learn more!

Objectives: 

Students will raise questions and generate observations about the natural world. 

Program Length and Grade 

This 40-minute program is designed for students in 3rd-5th grades, but it can be adapted for any grade level. 

Before the Distance Learning Program 

  • Coordinate a date/time(s) for the program and share platform information with the park. 

  • Review the Curriculum Materials available online for pre/post activities. 

  • Have your students physically or digitally prepare questions for the scheduled program. 

During the Distance Learning Program

  • In this live session, the ranger will be asking students to make observations about the natural world, sketch what they see, and record their observations and questions.
  • Materials needed: physical or digital space to record and sketch observations. 

  • The teacher is responsible for classroom management during the program. This includes calling on students throughout the program and helping to ensure that their answers and comments are understood by all.  

  • The park ranger will answer all of the student questions. 

After the Distance Learning Program 

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Lesson Plans

Last updated: March 15, 2023