Manzanita 8th graders took part in a special visit from the Tilden Naturalist Program this fall. Two naturalists and one park ranger visited campus to discuss:
- how environments change over time
- how animals adapt to those changes
They brought several visitors along, including two snakes, a bearded dragon, and a turtle named Sarah.
Highlights of the visit included a discussion on snake misconceptions and an opportunity to hold some of the animals.
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Ms. Ralph applied for the visit last summer on behalf of this year’s 8th grade students. Public schools are granted one visit per year if they complete the application process.