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

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

2. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves John Schirle visited the class and showed some of his equipment.

3. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Mr. Schirle shows his helmet with the lights.

4. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves We had a chance to see the helmet up close!

5. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves It is important to wear clothing to protect yourself when you go caving.

6. 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.

7. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Of course a backpack to carry things like extra lights, snacks, and maps is good to have.

8. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Mr. Schirle then gave us a virtual tour of one of the caves he has explored.

9. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves We even did an experiment using limestone and vinegar!

10. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves We watched as the “acid” (vinegar) dissolved the stone!

11. 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!

12. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Isn’t our “created” cave neat?

13. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Future spelunkers!

14. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves We also created an alphabet book about caves.

15. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Come read our wall!

16. South Shores’ Third Graders learn about caves Just another way South Shores Super Stars work for their goals!