Connolly Elementary School's library was transformed last week into an exhibit on rainforests replete with artwork, lists of facts and a few live animals.
Valarie Scicchitano's grade 5 students combined their knowledge of art, science, English Language Arts and math for the project, which the district said is a product of new directives for public schools.
"The exercise reflects the type of interdisciplinary, hands-on projects recommended with the new Common Core Standards," the district said.
Third- and fourth-grade students toured the completed exhibit.
