Grade Eight

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FI = Programs available in French for French Immersion Schools
MP = Maximum number of participants for a half day program           

***NEW For Teachers***We have created follow up sheets for most of our programs. These contain information and activities that can be used in the classroom following your visit to the Arboretum. Click on the desk icon next to the program to see the follow up sheet.

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Below are curriculum topics and a list of our programs that connect to some or all of the expectations.

Water Systems

Watershed Awareness  FI
What is a watershed and how do you study one? Identify YOUR watershed address. (January to December)

Wetlands  FI
Games, observations and discussions will emphasis the important and unique contributions wetlands make to our world. (Mid-may to Early September)

 

Geography: Patterns in Human Geography

Orienteering  FI MP = 30
After an introduction to the fundamentals of compass and map reading, take part in orienteering activities.(Mid-may to November)

Daily Physical Activity

Tobogganing  FI MP = 30
Discover the historical importance of toboggans and enjoy this winter activity (weather permitting). (December-February)

Snowshoeing  FI MP = 30
Discover the historical importance of snowshoes and enjoy this winter activity (weather permitting). (December-February)

Survival Game MP = 60
This unique game highlights the challenges animals face in nature, in order to survive. Students will be split into different groups including herbivores, omnivores, carnivores, elements, and disease. We will then bring the students to a natural setting where they will try to locate food and water stations to ensure their survival. (June-February)