Highlights from

The 3-5 Cluster

Field Trip at

The Grove

October 6, 2023

Check out the highlights from the 3-5 Cluster's trip back in time at The Grove last week. A memorable learning experience that brought history to life.

3rd Grade - In the Schoolhouse

Students traveled back in time to a school day in 1856 at The Grove’s reconstructed one room schoolhouse. A costumed schoolmarm led the “scholars” through geography, history, spelling and math lessons. Activities included reading from McGuffey Readers, writing on slate boards and using quill pens. Recess in the schoolyard featured pioneer toys and old time games.

4th Grade - Log Cabin-Pioneer Life

Students learned first-hand about pioneer life in The Grove’s circa 1850s log cabin. Activities included grinding corn, chopping apples, and drawing water from the well to wash clothes. This program included an introduction to cabin construction techniques with a model set of giant “Lincoln Logs.” Old time fun included playing with pioneer toys and games, and a craft activity.

5th Grade - Native American Longhouse

Students took part in hands-on activities in a replica of a Native American longhouse. The Potawatomi Indians used The Grove area prior to the arrival of the Kennicott family. This unique program explored how the Potawatomi lived and impacted the land, and gave students a closer look at their culture and heritage. Topics include the importance of communal living, procurement and processing of foods and medicine, tool use, singing and dancing, handiwork and games.

Rondout School District 72 | 28593 North Bradley Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045