Shelburne Farms
"Stories in Stone"


Looking for sedimentary rocks at
Shelburne Farm.

Finding materials to use in our

weathering experiments.

Constructing an experiment demonstrating weathering on the rocks

Rob and another student trying an experiment using water to show how mountains can be eroded away.

A Shelburne Farm's staff member helping students identify the layers of rock located in the cliff behind her.

Why we live in Vermont.

Students demonstrating how the glacier receded from the Champlain Valley.

Exploring the beach, looking for hidden treasures.

A group of Mr. Wright's and Mrs. Howley's students inside a sedimentary cave made of shale.

Studying the ledge for the "stories hidden in stone."

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Page created by Dayle Wright and Donna Macdonald, Orchard School's Library Media Specialist.

This page last updated: 10/14/07.