Blog 22 - Independent Component 2

1. Statement
• "I, Julissa Ortiz, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 36:55 hours of work."
2. Source
• My mentor, Max Lucero, helped me with my independent component. He is the one who teaches the kids about the environment and the different types of wildlife animals. I was able to help the children with their worksheets and if Max was busy, the students would approach me. I would take out animals and show them to the kids while he talked about its unique features. I just helped in whatever I can.
3. Independent Component 2 Log
• Updated
4. Completed
• I was able to help the kids grasp a better understanding of the information based on the animals and nature. I created a sort of bond with the children and it was nice to see how many kids are interested in learning about the environment. A lot of these children are very intelligent and are always filled with curiosity. 
5. Component's significance and how it demonstrates 30 hours of work
• Almost ever Tuesday and Saturday, I would volunteer for at least 7 hours. Throughout those 7 hours, I cleaned, presented, and then helped setup for the junior ranger program. Once the program started, I spent all my time with the kids to help them in what they needed. After the kids left, we would clean up the area and put the tables and chairs away.
• Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7oS0IM1WlI&edit=vd 
6. How did the component help you answer your EQ? 
• My essential question is how can a wildlife educator most effectively spread awareness? This component was a huge help because I was able to put myself in a position of wildlife educator. This way I was able to identify, for myself, the key techniques to spreading awareness.