Cottle Ranch Children
Learn about the lives of people who lived on Cottle Ranch during the 20th century through interactive field trips at Martial Cottle Park.
In-person
Martial Cottle - agricultural history and changing land use
Class information
Location: Martial Cottle Park, San Jose
Grade level(s): 2nd and 3rd
Maximum number of students: 30
Program duration: 1.5 hours (10:00am-11:30am)
Program fee: Free
Overview
This 90-minute, hands‐on program is designed for second and third grade students, who will participate in activities that reflect some of the daily tasks of children growing up on Cottle Ranch. Students will also compare historical photos to current views from the park and see how the Santa Clara Valley has changed from the early 1900s until now
The program aligns with California History-Social Science standards for grades 2/3.
Teaching Materials
After your field trip
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Volunteer docents
Programs are led by interpretive staff and supported by volunteer docents. We are always looking for enthusiastic school program docents. If you're interested in becoming a docent, please visit our docent recruitment page to learn more and sign up.