CRIDERSVILLE, Ohio (WLIO) — Fourth grade students from Cridersville Elementary School took their annual field trip this week, marking a rite of passage before they transition to middle school in Wapakoneta.
The historic site allows students to experience the simplicity and challenges of pioneer living.
The educational outing gave students a hands-on look at the village's roots and how it has evolved over time. The first stop on the trip was the Cridersville Historical Society Museum, where students learned about the founding of the village and its historical development.
Next, the students visited the Daniel Bowsher Log House, a preserved pioneer-era home that offers a glimpse into what life was like in early Cridersville. The historic site allows students to experience the simplicity and challenges of pioneer living. To complete the educational “trifecta,” the students made a final stop at the local public library — an exciting experience for many who had never visited before.
“They get to learn a lot about the history of Cridersville,” said Regan Briggs, a fourth grade teacher at Cridersville Elementary. “It's nice to come here at the library. A lot of kids don't have library cards yet, so they're able to sign up for the cards and then learn about the summer reading program that hopefully they'll all be able to join.”
Friday marks the last day of school for students in the Wapakoneta City School District, wrapping up another year of learning with a memorable look at local history.
