Expeditionary Learning

Austin, a first grade student at Anser Charter School in Boise, Idaho, drew this series of drafts of a scientific illustration of a Western Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.

A great model of critique and revision for students and teachers of all ages; this project has been used as a metaphor for improvement by students from kindergarten to high school, and by teachers and school leaders. It is a clear, visual image of the reason to have high standards and systems for improving work.