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I took this picture because I thought children may be curious about why snow and ice melt in patches. This phenomenon raises questions about the properties and cycles of water, snow, and ice. Children may also consider the ground level that the snow and ice are on, but could further inquire why the snow and ice remain longer in deeper parts of the ground.

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I chose this picture of a bush as it intrigued me that only a small part appeared to be brown. Did part of it die? Will the whole plant look like that soon? Is this a result of the cold weather?

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I chose this picture because It fascinates me to see where the snow melts and where the ice freezes based on the texture and nature in this picture! 

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This picture of pavement and salt could be turned into a unit on how using salt as a de-icer affects the environment and an inquiry into different alternatives.  Sustainability can be integrated into this lesson.

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By Braeden -- This picture makes me think about the intersectionality between the natural beauty of nature and the "person-made" beauty of nature. The bush here has been sculpted for decoration purposes but it makes me wonder how much more beautiful it would be without any human interference? Overall, just makes me think about how we use nature for different purposes and when might we go too far?

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I wondered if these rocks are from this area, or whether they were brought in for landscaping / decoration. How did these rocks form? Why do they have this colouring/pattern? -Hannah M.

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I snapped a photo of the native plant Milk Weed, I was excited to see it as it is normally ripped out as a common weed in manicured gardens.

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This tree caught my eye because of the buds on the ends of the branches. It is hard to see in this photo because of how high up they are. I'm not sure if they are actually buds or something different, because I attribute buds to the springtime. I am curious what they are and why they are on the tree during winter. I usually think of trees in the winter as bare.

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The shoe print pattern in the ice fascinated me, and it made me wonder about what point in the ice’s formation did the person walk through this space? Was it preformed in the mud or the water?

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I chose this picture because I was curious to know what it was and why is it not dead in the winter. I expected it to be dead and frozen in this cold weather but it was still fluffy. I think with a class we can explore what it is, why is it still soft and go into exploring how some animals might use this to build their homes during the cold and conned it to more scientific concepts.

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This is a very large pigeon. It remained in this corner for at least half an hour, it is probably still there. You usually see pigeons sitting on wires or rooftops but I think it was SO COLD today that this one got comfortable here between the two walls because they were cutting off the wind and providing some warmth. Also it is so large, maybe it's pregnant? Or maybe just packing on extra weight for the winter? Anyways, I just thought it was a very interesting pigeon seeming so out of place so I chose this picture!!

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I chose this hole in the tree because it is so mysterious and full of possibilities. Does a little squirrel live there? Would a mouse curl up in it during a rainstorm? And how was it created?  

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By Han (Grace) - I chose this picture because I've never seen this type of plant before. It looked fluffy like a dandelion, so I was wondering how it didn't blow away with the wind. Also, why are there so many holes in the tree trunk behind the plant?

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I took a few pictures of some plants I found on my walk to share, but on my way back inside I saw footprints along the snow on the roof. It made me wonder what animal climbed up that high to make them (likely a raccoon). I thought this could be a very interesting jumping off point for inquiry, and something a child would be curious about. For example, they might be curious of who made the footprints, what animals hibernate and what animals don't, where does the animal go during the day, how did it get on the roof?

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I chose this picture because I’ve always been fascinated by how animals camouflage so it was really cool to spot a a few birds hidden in this tree. Since we were thinking about how cold it was I started wondering how such small birds are able to survive in such cold environments.

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I chose to take this photo because it points towards the stewardship and ways that we adapt the natural environment to suit our needs. Why are some of these tree branches cut off? 

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I chose this picture as the juxtaposition of the trees and bushes made me think about how the trees are orange and the bushes are green despite it being the middle of winter! This image may go against what a lot of people picture when they think about the four seasons which can be a great concept to investigate with children. Moreover, specific inquiries about plants can also be explored (eg. what makes some plants maintain their colour and shape while others can't?)

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I chose this picture of what I believe is a sycamore tree. These deciduous trees are very fascinating as they shed their bark and typically have a camouflage look to their bark and trunks. I chose this tree as they aren't very common and in the spring their fruiting buds grow in fuzzy spheres and dangle like tree ornaments. I wonder how these trees contribute to our environment and ecosystem, and how our environment and ecosystem depend on them!

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Seeing this bench, I wondered why the ice was so thick on the grass in the open but was quite thin under the bench on the cement. I also wondered, what caused the speckled look of the ice that was on the grass?

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I took a picture of this tree trunk because I found the details and textures to be fascinating. I wonder how the textures appeared and whether they can inform us about the age of the tree. I also wonder if it provides protection from infestations, damage, and harsh weather? Further, how does the trunk of the tree survive the winter compared to leaves that fall in autumn?

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I thought this was a bird's nest made of leaves but we discussed how it could be from other animals too. I wonder how animals choose the location for their nests. -India

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On our nature walk today, this bush with its vibrant red berries immediately caught my eye. Against the bleak winter landscape, the bright pops of colour stood out, almost as if defying the cold. It made me curious—how does certain vegetation manage to thrive in such freezing weather? I couldn’t help but wonder if these berries are edible and who might rely on them for food. Are they safe for humans, or perhaps even poisonous? Anyone wanna go back and try one ;)

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By Ravina                                                                                                                I chose this picture of a tree trunk covered with snow, because the rings shows the age of the tree and it reminded me of how many harsh winters it may have survived. I thought this might be a great hook to start conversation about growth and changes in plants (grade 3 science) B2. Exploring and Understanding Concepts 

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The sound of the airplane flying overhead caught my attention. I am thinking that if we could bring children outside to explore a variety of sounds in the natural environment of our community, it would be a great opportunity for them to start thinking about sounds. -Sherry

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Since one of the prompts for our walk was to "look up as well as down", I was consciously looking up at the tall trees. Katie pointed out that this tree is an evergreen tree, which means that it does not lose its leaves. Katie also explained how evergreen trees are particularly habitable for animals in the winter since they retain their needles. This made me think about doing an inquiry on trees as a method for long range planning in science.

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I chose this picture because it was interesting to see the natural environment and artificial environment interacting in such a way where the vegetation seems to be thriving. As depicted, branches are growing against the house and have wrapped around the balcony. This image could introduce interesting questions such as how is it possible for this phenomenon to occur and what artificial and natural factors cause plants to grow in such close proximity to a house? A lesson on what factors cause vegetation to grow would be relevant to discuss. 

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I took this picture as we walked by, I wondered about the important role of flora, especially evergreens, during the cold winter months where food is harder to come by. How rare are plants like this when resources are scarce for animals in the wild? It is crazy to think about how delicate the balance of the ecosystem is, and how much impact a single type of plant can have on our environments.

Simon Lefever

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I took this photo as I was first curious how this flower could be growing in the winter. After getting close to the image is when I noticed it was not a real flower. It made be reflect on the things we add to the natural world potentially to enhance its appearance and why the person added this fake flower to what appears to be a rather sad winter garden. It is certainly something that brought a smile to my face on a cold winter day.

Nathalia a

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I took this picture as I was reflecting on the value being able to see nature from indoor spaces. Looking out the window in the library, the gym, at home, or in the classroom brings me a sense of calm and peace. Why is it that we feel such emotions looking out to nature?

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I took a picture of what I assume to be some dried hydrangeas in someone's garden. This caught my attention because numerous garden flowers lack the structural integrity to still stand during the harsh winters, especially with heavy snowfall. I became curious in looking into why hydrangeas are able to maintain their structure. I know they have a woodier stem, so I wonder if that is the main reason or if there is more to it.