Wonder Walks

Developing inquiry-based thinking skills Fall, winter, and spring are fantastic times for students to get outdoors to learn and develop their observation skills. Have students take the lead by hosting outdoor hikes for a new level of active learning. Tips: Get a...

Biodiversity Surveys

Developing inquiry-based thinking skills As part of the curriculum, get out those magnifying glasses and do a close-to-home survey of your local ecosystem. Tips: Explore the life in your schoolyard or in neighbouring parks, forests, and wetlands as a wonderful...

Nature Journals

Student-directed learning and reflection Students can use creative approaches to observe and record how nature changes around them. Tips: Students can record their personal experiences and then display the completed work in a central location or at a parent...

Eco Books

Student-directed learning and reflection There are many great books across grade levels that teach and talk about the environment – dig in! Tips: Hold a book fair featuring environmental books.Create an environmental book display in the school library.Invite an author...

Get Handy

Student-directed learning and reflection Invest in big student-led projects that build the green infrastructure of your school. Tips: Construction technology classes can create seating from recycled material or weld protective tree cages for school ground greening...