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Access a variety of soil-related lesson plans and resources from Nutrients for Life Foundation (USA).
Check out the E-lessons available.
New e-lessons launch every Wednesday!
K-12
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The goal of Nutrients for Life Foundation is to provide science-based information that helps educate people about the beneficial role of fertilizer.
Through the development of educational resources and a countrywide outreach campaign, the Foundation informs the public of the role of nutrients in both the production of nutritious, abundant food and the preservation of healthy green spaces. Plant nutrients, especially nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, are also required to keep our parks, gardens, playgrounds, sports fields and golf courses green and healthy in communities from coast to coast.
All information developed by the Foundation is science-based and supported by agronomists, including those at the International Plant Nutrition Institute. Their supplemental educational materials are based on curriculum which has been reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex and research organization.
To learn more visit: https://www.nutrientsforlife.org/
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This is a 90-second Virtual Reality* game called Nutrients for Life. As players virtually farm they apply Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K), and water to a field based on 4R Nutrient Stewardship.
*The game requires an Oculus headset for the full immersed experience, but you can view an online version at www.SeedSurvivor.com
or download the game from the STEAM VR Store.This game is fun for all ages on desktop, but if playing virtually it is recommended for players 8+
Fun for all ages
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Students will discover the importance of biodiversity and ecosystems by studying a small space marked by a hula hoop or piece of string. Questions and suggested topics are included for teachers; based on Calgary’s ecoregion but could be customized to fit other ecoregions. Wrap up: Compare the diversity found in each plot, different adaptations, why some areas may contain more plant life than others, etc.
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In this activity students will discuss the importance of plants in our world, and the impact pests can have on plant production and forests. Wrap up: have groups present their findings and brainstorm methods to combat pests.
*Suggested plant list is included for teachers.
