Grade 6

  • Global Hero is a free app to teach the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It features 17 mini-games. There are no ads or in-app fees.

    The game is available on iOS and Google Play.

    Fun for all ages



  • Discuss habitat characteristics and requirements: weather, temperature, moisture, light, food, etc. Students choose a native Alberta animal and complete the worksheet to find suitable shelter. Wrap-up: share findings.

    Download File
    Print File
    Share



  • Discuss scientists, research questions, observation, evidence and inferences. Students find an animal track, complete the worksheet, and try to find other evidence of animal activity (fur, feathers, scat, etc.).  Wrap up: discuss student inferences (what? Why?)

    Download File
    Print File
    Share



  • Check out the resources provided by Little Green Thumbs for tips and simple activities that connect gardens to core academic subjects. New resources are being developed and added regularly!

    K-8



  • Students enforce their knowledge of geometric angles and shapes by finding and drawing real life examples within the classroom or schoolyard. Wrap up: Discuss and compare answers.

    Download File
    Print File
    Share


1 6 7 8 9 10 16
Teaching Resources
Growing the Next Generation provides a wide selection of resources for teachers.
  • Full online lesson plans available
  • Curriculum-linked
  • Most resources offered at no cost
  • Fun and engaging content