In this issue: Check out PLT’s newly updated GreenSchools! Investigations (available for free online) that focus on STEM education and more, and our new school profiles that highlight what students around the country are doing to green their schools. Plus, learn how pairing older and younger students provides learning experiences for both in two PLT GreenWorks! nature trail projects.
New Curriculum Materials, More Ideas on PLT's New GreenSchools! Website
By Al StenstrupOne way we spent our summer here at PLT was to update PLT’s GreenSchools! classroom investigations (available for free online) and launch a new PLT GreenSchools! website. Come take a look!
Read More >On the Ground
 | Quick Response—Using Technology as an Entry Tool to NatureBy Joan Newkirk QR technology and collaboration between older and younger students got kids outside and excited to learn about nature in this PLT GreenWorks! project in Maine.Read More > |
 | From Youngest to Oldest, Great Ideas for a Nature TrailBy Christine Mathews Fifth-graders and kindergarteners at Hillside Elementary in New York had a lot to teach each other, and the whole school benefited.Read More > |
Educator Tips
 | PLT’s Updated GreenSchools! Investigations Focus on STEM Education and More!By Sheri Soyka Engage your students in science, technology, engineering, and math through real-life applications. PLT’s GreenSchools! program provides a multitude of opportunities to engage students in scientific inquiry as they solve environmental issues at their school.Read More > |
Tools
 | Policy UpdateBy Christine Cadigan Learn about a recent success for environmental education in the Senate, and what you can do to help educate your political candidates and decision-makers on education issues that are important to you.Read More > |
 | Literature Connection -- AutumnblingsBy Jaclyn Stallard This children’s book explores the colors, events, and emotions that the fall season brings. Learn more about this resource and the PLT activities it supports.Read More > |
 | EE Resources – Fall 2012By Jaclyn Stallard PLT activities correlated to Common Core Standards, grants, competitions, educational websites, games, interactive maps, videos, and more!Read More > |
