Our Wildwood, Summer 2019, Volume 45

FEATURE by Dawn Urbont and Kerri O’Neill, Wildwood Parents

Ecosystems: Why Should We Care?

T hird grade scientists are sinking their teeth into ecosystems. From the classroom to the wetlands, in this unit they discover that their research and fieldwork can affect the big picture. Throughout a seven-week intensive, they explore the vital role that wetlands play in maintaining a healthy environment and a balanced ecosystem, which directly impacts wildlife in our community and is crucial for human survival. Not only do they learn the importance of these complex biological communities, but they also tackle one of the most essential questions facing the world today: Why should we care?

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OWW SUMMER 2019