Mr. Tanner put me in charge of teaching my fifth grade class how to make Dream Catchers. This was my best, and most memorable learning experience in elementary school. I had to give my classmates step-by -step instructions. Each person needed a twig, a piece of yarn and about five feathers for this project. I felt very proud to be the teacher for this project. This was my best learning experience because not only did I learn how to make a Dream Catcher, but I also learned how to handle a hectic situation and succeed at the same time.
             My best out-of-school learning experience occurred when my family and I went on a backpacking trip when I was in high school. We spent a whole week hiking during the day and camping at night. I learned how to put up a tent, catch my own fish, cook over a campfire, and spend seven straight days with my family and still have fun. This was my best out-of-school learning experience because it was very demanding work but at the same time a lot of fun.
             I think both of these learning experiences were very beneficial to me. Even though these two experiences were different from each other they were a lot alike at the same time. Both situations were very demanding and fun. I learn best when I am under a little bit of pressure. For example, in high school my grades were always the best when I was playing a sport rather than when I had time off. I also learn a lot when I have hands on experience. In both cases I was forced to do things on my own instead of just being told how to do them. I think my two best learning experiences were very similar because overall they both demanded that I learn and at the same time they were an enjoyable experience.
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