Week 2 (Grades: 4 - 6) My Side of the Mountain, by Jean Craighead George, is an adventure story of self-reliance and ability to adapt to the environment. Like the main character, Sam Gribley, students in this class will learn basic skills to use the land to survive. You'll build a survival structure, learn to start a fire with flint and steel, cook over a fire, hike with a map and compass, and identify wildlife. You'll keep a journal of your experiences. You should become familiar with the popular story to fully enjoy this class. Instructor: Karen Meacham