Flickinger students compare Michigan regions using reading, writing, technology...and fudge

What does writing, reading, technology and fudge all have in common?

They are all key ingredients Flickinger students used to compare and contast Michigan’s regions and natural resources.

Students examined thematic maps and created hands on relief maps complete with landforms, keys, and cardinal directions. Students read various expository texts and viewed videos on Discovery Education.

Third graders used all of this information to complete a Venn Diagram and then wrote a compare and contrast informational writing to show their knowledge of Michigan.

“I liked comparing the regions,” said Andrew Meinhardt.

Students “visited” the various regions enjoying the landmarks and sites of each region.

Highlights included Tahquamenon Falls or “Root Beer” falls where students sampled root beer as well as took a pretend ferry ride to Mackinac Island.

“The fudge on Mackinac Island was the best,” said Isabelle Islambasic.

Students are excited to continue their studies of Michigan with an in-depth look at Michigan history including more opportunities to make learning meaningful.