Explore & Grow: A Trip to a Polynesian Island Sail into the Pacific with a print-and-go packet that turns curiosity into discovery! Students explore island geography and ecosystems (reefs, rainforests, volcanoes), learn about daily life and traditions, practice simple mapping and vocabulary, and respond with age-friendly writing and art prompts. Flexible by grade band, it blends social studies, science, and ELA—perfect before, during, or after a museum visit, cultural event, or film.

What’s inside (highlights)

• Map & place-finding activities (islands, oceans, hemispheres)

• Culture & community prompts (traditions, food, music, celebrations)

• Nature & stewardship reflections (reef/rainforest care, respect for land/sea)

• Quick vocabulary, sketch, and compare/contrast pages

• Creative and informational writing tasks (K–8 friendly)

How to use Preview key map & culture terms (archipelago, reef, lagoon, tapa, voyaging canoe), bring a world map/globe and clipboards for quick notes or sketches during the visit or film, then wrap up with a compare/contrast or stewardship reflection back in class. Print only the pages you need by grade level.