About Our School Programs...

Willow Bend offers 45 in-class programs designed to supplement teachers’ science curricula. Our programs are locally focused, standards-aligned, and activity-based. They are available to teachers at schools where we are currently contracted: Flagstaff Unified School District, Williams Elementary, Maine Consolidated, and Fredonia Moccasin Unified School District. To schedule a program at one of these schools, contact Kirstie Bickford. To become a Willow Bend School, contact Sapna Sopori.

Classroom Programs
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Sixth Grade
- Middle School & High School
Field Trips
- Overview & Logistics
- Recycling Tour
Educational Resources
- Willow Bend Kits
- Other Resources
Teacher Trainings
- Program Description

Classroom Programs: Second Grade

To ensure a high-quality educational experience, we work with only one class at a time. Programs run 50 minutes unless otherwise noted.

Bats: Through posters and stories, students will learn how bats find their food and their importance in nature.
Bird Brains: Explore the intelligence and natural history of the raven. This common bird is actually very uncommon! Suggested in-class follow-up: “Raptor Road Trips” from the Arboretum will bring a live raven to your classroom Nov-Mar only!
Exploring Earthworms: Learn more about these amazing animals and their role in composting.
Life of a Bald Eagle: Students learn about bald eagle adaptations and their history with humans.
Mammals: Through games and imagery, students will discover the different mammal characteristics and the variety of mammals that live on the Colorado plateau.
The Reason for a Flower: Students learn about flower parts and pollination by examining real flowers (when available). The concepts learned are reinforced through body motions and a song. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Plant Life Cycles” at the Arboretum*
Recycling Rules!: Students explore why recycling is so important and understand the basic rules of recycling in Flagstaff. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Recycling Tour” through Willow Bend
Seeds on the Move: Through a story and real examples, students will learn how seeds are dispersed. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Seed Dispersal” at the Flagstaff Arboretum