Resources

• Earth We're in it Together

  This upbeat music video reminds us that we only have one earth and as citizens of the world we must all care about the environment   The appealing lyrics will have students singing along as they consider how their actions can impact our planet. ...

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• A Healthy Start

  Poverty and the associated impact on children’s health is a complex global issue that affects both developed and developing countries.  Canadian citizens have access to universal health care yet childhood obesity rates are climbing and sports...

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• Pumpkin Patch Math

  The math concepts of counting, estimation and statistics come to life in an outdoor learning experience that also fosters interest in gardening and nature.  As students extract seeds from pumpkins, they use a wide range of math skills to answer questions...

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• Get to Know Nature

  Students become nature “reporters” in this outdoor experience that involves detailed investigations of the plants and animals in the local community.   A scavenger hunt process actively engages learners in making new discoveries...

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• The Heat is On: Cause and Effect and Climate Change

  In this lesson, students will practice distinguishing between correlation and causation within the context of global climate change. Using an inquiry-based learning approach, students will think critically and analyze different claims and data sets related...

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• Climate Change and the Arctic

  This activity asks students to identify patterns and trends in Arctic sea ice extent from maps and satellite imagery and then make predictions about the future extent of sea ice changes in the Arctic. Students will Examine their knowledge and beliefs about...

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• Weather Makers: Secondary

  “Weather makers” is a comprehensive teaching unit on climate change.  Its 15 lessons are organized into 3 sections. Tuning in:  With the help of engaging video shorts and stunning images students work in pairs and small groups to...

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• Understanding the Challenges of Finite Resources

  This lesson is part of a series of lessons which introduce students to a different way of thinking about how our economy could work: a circular economy. The series builds up exactly how a circular economy is different from the status quo, and looks at...

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• What's the Deal With Fossil Fuels?

  In this video, the focus is on fossil fuels—what they are, why they are a problem for the environment, and what may be done to reduce their use. The video is accompanied by a series of discussion questions that teachers may use in conjunction with...

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• Nuclear Energy: Is Fission the Answer?

  This video will help students understand what nuclear energy is, the difference between fission and fusion, and the benefits and drawbacks of nuclear energy. It is accompanied by a series of of discussion question designed to engage students in the debate...

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• When a Town Runs Dry

  When A Town Runs Dry documents life in a small town in California's Central Valley. A farming community for over a hundred years, Stratford is suffering from a drought that is severely impacting the community, land, and residents' daily lives. This film...

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• The Shape of Things

  This inventive math activity uses outdoor play to develop the spatial skills of young students as they compare and contrast the shapes of natural objects.  The integrated and inclusive approach includes science and language arts outcomes to develop...

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• Adaptations: Bee's Knees and Flower Power

  This inquiry lesson explores the symbiotic relationship between bees and flowering plants.  A hands-on approach guides students through a scientific examination of flower structures and the process of pollination.  New discoveries are used to...

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• Happy Feet Two

  This comprehensive set of nine activities is centered on the award-winning film, “Happy Feet Two”.  Popular characters like Mumble and Erik are used to inspire students to become concerned about human impacts on Antarctic marine ecosystems...

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• Journey of the Blob

  This short silent film illustrates the water cycle and raises many questions about environmental responsibility and the consequences of our decisions. This video aims to make students aware of their actions in relation to the water cycle. Where does...

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• Why Would Anyone Cut a Tree Down?

  Trees and humans have a special connection richly illustrated by the vibrant paintings in this electronic book.  As students learn about the impressive ecological and social benefits of trees they are also reminded that trees are living organisms...

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• Claire and her Grandfather

  Claire and her Grandfather is a First Nations story designed to raise awareness of the many historical and contemporary contributions of First Nations and Inuit people to Canada and the world. The story portrays a discussion between young Claire...

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• A Journey Through the Circle of Life

  A Journey Through the Circle of Life honours the Métis tradition of respecting the wisdom of elders with this unique bond between a Métis child and her grandfather. Grandfather, Pépère lives on a farm and every chance his granddaughter,...

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• The Little Red Hen

  Cooperation is the theme of this classic story that provides a framework for discussions about kindness and empathy.  The selfishness of other community members does not discourage the Little Red Hen from completing the household chores all by herself. ...

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• You Be You

  Adri the young “rockfish” swims through the ocean on a journey of discovery.  He is astounded by all the different fish shapes, sizes and colours.  When Adri happily describes his travels to his parents he learns that diversity makes...

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