Bear Creek Digital Den
Educational resources for your classroom
Bring the outdoors to life, no matter where you teach.
This collection of materials is designed to support meaningful learning before, during, and after your students’ outdoor education experience. Here you’ll find front-loading resources like vocabulary lists, short videos, and background information to help students build confidence and curiosity before their visit. You’ll also discover differentiated materials to support learners with IEPs and adaptable follow-up activities that extend the experience back into your classroom. Our goal is to make outdoor learning accessible, engaging, and connected to your ongoing curriculum, all while nurturing students’ appreciation for the natural world.
Camp Activities
Want to recreate a fun camp activity in your classroom? Here are instructions for setting up the Pollinator Relay Activity:
3-2-1 Reflection
Click on the document below to print out this 3-2-1 Reflection for your students to reflect on their experience at Bear Creek!
Resources
Click on the topics below to explore lesson plans, videos, and hands-on activities you can use in your classroom. Each section includes ideas for introducing the topic, supporting diverse learners, and extending learning after your visit!
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Discover how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators help plants grow and make seeds.
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Follow water on its journey through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
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Explore how wind and water shape the land by moving rocks and soil over time.
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Learn how plants and animals depend on their environments to meet their needs and survive.