Expository by Mrs. Clark's Class

Field Trips

School field trips are an important part to a successful school year.  They give us an opportunity to bond with our classmates, let parents join in on the fun, and best of all ride that big yellow bus! Zoo, parks, fire stations are all options for field trips. But the one that I could not go without taking my class to see is The Alamo.

          Let history come to life! The Alamo is the best place for a school field trip because it would give my class a glimpse of real life history. Fourth grade studied the Texas Revolution. If we went to the Alamo we could view a movie to help us better understand the battle. The Alamo also has actual weapons used in the war.  Imagine being able to take my classmates to see the weapons we have read about.  Also, there are things from the warriors of the Texas Revolution. I can see Brigid now so excited just to see the vest of Davy Crocket.  The Alamo would also offer us the opportunity to see the monument for our selves.  We have seen pictures but to be there in real life is amazing. My family went to the Alamo this last summer. As soon as we walked onto the battle field it took my breath away. To read about it is one thing but to see it with your own eyes is priceless.  The Alamo is the best place to go on a field trip to give my classmates the experience of Texas history.

          The zoo is a blast, don’t get me wrong. I love a good time at the pool. But the one that tops the cake is the Alamo. It is a part of who I am today.