Third graders in Mrs. Sturtz’s class at South Shores have been hard at work “exploring” caves.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

John Schirle visited the class and showed some of his equipment.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Mr. Schirle shows his

helmet with the lights.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

We had a chance to

see the helmet up

close!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

It is important to wear clothing to protect yourself

when you go caving.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Knee pads are important especially when you have to crawl and a plastic box to keep things dry is necessary.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Of course a backpack to carry things

like extra lights, snacks, and maps is

good to have.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Mr. Schirle then gave us a virtual tour of one of the caves he has explored.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

We even did an experiment using

limestone and vinegar!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

We watched as the “acid”

(vinegar) dissolved the

stone!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

We then took all the studying and reading and the visit from Mr. Schirle and did

some projects!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Isn’t our “created” cave

neat?

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Future spelunkers!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

We also created an alphabet book about caves.

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Come read our wall!

South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves

Just another way South Shores Super Stars work for their goals!