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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?)
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With a future global population of 9 billion, experience how your present-day decisions can directly impact society, the environment and the economy using our unique digital tools. Designed by teachers and sustainability experts for middle school students, our scenarios and games on sustainable agriculture will inspire and inform using the example of three farm families in Kenya, India and Canada. The program is online and live at the Nutrien Western Event Centre, Stampede Park.
To learn more visit: http://www.journey2050.com/
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Journey 2050 allows schools to experience agriculture like it’s never been taught before. As students explore sustainable agriculture, they make inquiry-based decisions to see the ripple effect on social, economic and environmental factors. Farm families across the world guide students through interactive games such as a virtual farm simulation and career avatar.
Teacher lesson plans and self-guided experiences are available.
Grades 7-12
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Discuss lifecycles and common differences between each stage of life (insects). Students learn about the lifecycle of a ladybug by searching for each clue in the natural area and drawing their findings. Wrap up: Discuss drawings and review stages of the lifecycle where necessary.
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Discuss lifecycles, larvae, galls and homes. Student’s search for and tally insect larvae. Search for the insects and insect homes listed on the worksheet and answer the corresponding questions. Wrap-up: life cycle stages, predict seasonal differences, etc.
