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Like any young child, Nósisim has many questions for her grandmother. She wonders why Nókom dresses so brightly, wears her hair so long and always speaks in Cree. As her grandmother explains that there once was a time that she...
Six-year-old Phyllis was excited about heading off to her new school, especially when her grandmother purchased the bright orange shirt, she chose to wear on her first day. Upon entering St. Joseph's Mission School, Phyllis's excitement turned to...
Sine lives in Papuau, New Guinea with her mother and her special invisible friend Kaimon. After stopping a man from hurting a woman in their village the two young girls realize they can stand up against violence and discrimination. As support...
One of the most extreme places to live on Earth is the northern Arctic and yet an amazing group of plants and animals have adapted to life under the harsh polar conditions. However, global warming is causing major environmental change in this region which...
The Green learning's Flood:ED program engages students in hands-on learning about flooding. Students are guided through various learning and take action activities, where they learn about the issue, develop a flood resilience plan for their school,...
Climate change can be an overwhelming topic for young students. However, as the global citizens who could be most impacted by the environmental problems associated with warming temperatures it is important that they understand this issue. This fun, animated...
As Earthly travels around the world to meet special friends she also discovers why she has been feeling a bit sick lately. Sven takes her to his favourite beach in Norway, where they encounter oiled seabirds and learn how human dependence on fossil fuels...
Earthly meets up with her friend Fabienne at her family's farm in Port au Prince, Haiti. When a hurricane bears down on Fabienne's home it brings rain to the drought ravaged land but the fierce winds and intense precipitation only do more damage. Former...
Earthly travels to Australia where her friend Bindi takes her to the Great Barrier Reef. While walking along the seashore they encounter a group of biologists who are disentangling majestic sea turtles from fishing nets. Earthly and Bindi are introduced...
Earthly continues her travels to Hanoi, Vietnam where she meets her friend Tuyen to explore the local landfill. Climbing the mountains of trash with Tuyen's sister Minh, they learn that not all garbage belongs at the dump. Although the whole experience...
This final book in the Saving Planet Earthly series takes Earthly to Canada where she visits the northern home of Ava. Eagerly anticipating a traditional fish dinner Ava and Earthly soon learn that the new hydroelectric dam has polluted their food source....
This role play activity develops student empathy and understanding as they explore the inequality of climate change impacts based on age, ethnicity, gender and wealth. Learners will also deepen their awareness of how hotter temperatures can increase the...
Traditional knowledge is an important component of First Nations culture as elders share their wisdom from generation to generation. Artifacts also preserve this heritage as they are passed down to younger family members. This lesson examines local indigenous...
During this activity, students are introduced to the deep knowledge and connections that Indigenous people have with the land and the natural world. Learning about traditional knowledge and how invasive species can impact peoples’ relationship with...
During this activity, students will be asked to create their own seasonal round. Seasonal Rounds (also called Seasonal Wheels) are a visual representation of the natural events and cycles that typically take place over the course of a year. They are cyclical,...
Students are asked to compare images of healthy habitats with those hosting invasive species in an effort to better understand the negative impact of invasives on ecosystems. After analyzing and discussing the differences between and affected...
During this lesson, students explore ways that they can make a difference to help prevent the spread of invasive species in a fun and interactive way. This lesson is divided into two parts. Part 1: Play Your Part Mysteries Students are given a slogan...
In this active game of tag students learn the importance of early detection and rapid response in stopping the spread of invasive species. By playing the game students explore how the spread of invasive species can be affected by different variables including...
In this outdoor activity students learn how invasive species can catch a ride on humans, pets or personal items and be transported to a new location. They consider the impact that invasive species can have on these new areas and how to stop their spread. After...
In this episode, students will discover the different types of energy sources on Earth that humans transform into fuel for cars, planes and trucks, or to heat homes, turn on lights and charge electronic gadgets. An experiment shown will explain how wind...