• Bursting Buds

  Seasonal changes are examined in this outdoor lesson that studies tree and shrub growth in the Spring. Learners observe structural features of twigs to develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between adaptations and the physical environment. This...

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• Birds and Worms

  Students become birds on the hunt for food in this physical activity that gets kids moving while they learn about predator/prey relationships. As they fly around an outdoor area trying to locate “worms” of various colours, students develop...

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• Trees as Habitats

  This learning experience takes students outside to explore the fascinating world of forest ecosystems. Trees provide food, water and shelter for a huge diversity of living organisms. Students will increase their awareness of the types of animals and...

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• Soil Stories

  What could be more fun than going outside and playing in the mud! This activity investigates soil composition by having students collect soil samples, creating “soil shakes” in jars and describing the layers that settle. As the student scientists...

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• Evergreens in Winter

  How often do we really stop and look at trees and consider their uniqueness and exceptional value? Clean air, fresh water, biodiversity and a healthy climate all depend on thriving forests. This activity provides children with the opportunity to personally...

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• Backyard Safari

  This fascinating outdoor "safari" takes students into a local green space to explore the wild creatures living in the natural surroundings of their neigbourhood.  As they record signs of wildlife and count species, learners also consider how the...

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• Charting Biodiversity

  Earth's tremendous variety of living organisms are the subject of this activity that combines a classroom exercise with an outdoor experience to teach students about the connections between adaptations and environmental conditions.  Pupils examine...

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• Field, Forest and Stream

  Healthy ecosystems are vital to all life on Earth, including ours.  This inquiry-based activity takes students outside to investigate the interaction of abiotic and biotic components within three habitat types in their community.  STEM skills...

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