The Chemist and the Architect

On Monday, March 23 the third grade traveled to Midland for a wonderful two part field trip that was not only enjoyable, but solidified many social studies outcomes and objectives as well.  The morning was spend learning about Herbert H. Dow the chemist who began the Dow Chemical Company.  Review of capitol, natural and human resources was incorporated into the tour.  The picture shows an experiment we all participated with.  The afternoon was spent

at the Alden B. Dow home, designed by Alden for his family and for work.  This home has all the elements of fun for kids!  Afterwards groups of students designed a home for a fictional family and explained the ideas to the class.