Dawn of the Scarecrow (4+)

Fall 2025 (4+)

Grades 4-8

The crew will dive into the history of scarecrows before designing a scarecrow for RALF using what they've learned.

RALF has just discovered the concept of scarecrows and is fascinated by their strange history. With Anja’s help, the crew will travel through time, visiting Ancient Egypt, Medieval Japan, and Europe during the Middle Ages to learn how people used scarecrows to protect their crops. Along the way, they’ll explore how these scarecrows were built and the unique methods used in different cultures to scare off pests. After gathering all this information, the crew will use what they learned to design a scarecrow for RALF, combining elements from the different eras they explored earlier in the mission. Once the designs are complete, the teams will present their creations and vote on the best one.