- Identified different types of plants and trees along the river
- Observed different types of insects and animals in their natural habitat
- Learned about the water cycle and how the river is a part of it
- Understood the importance of clean water for the ecosystem
- Learned about erosion and how it affects the river and its surroundings
Continued development can include creating a nature journal to document observations and drawings of plants, animals, and the river. Researching more about the water cycle and erosion can also deepen the child's understanding of the ecosystem and its processes.