Earth Day is held on the same day each year, April 22nd. This year’s theme is Planets vs. Plastics, which is chosen annually by EarthDay.org. With Earth Day being this upcoming Monday, it creates an ideal opportunity to introduce the Earth Day theme and continue students’ understanding of this theme throughout the week!
Tour the Historic California State Rail Museum with young Shelby and meet the 'Conductor' of a journey through time. Students will learn how the first settlements made an impact on future communities. They'll discover how communities have grown and changed leaving behind historical landmarks and paving the road for technological developments in transportation, communication, and the utilities needed to serve those communities. Students will also learn how natural resources can affect the pattern of growth and the stability of a community and the ultimate impact that community development has on the environment.
Communities around the world are always changing because of the needs of the people that live there and the resources available.