Grade Seven
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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.
Interactions in the Environment
Birds FI 
What makes birds unique? Learn where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Feed the winter Chickadees. (January to December)
Trees FI
Trees play an important role in our lives. Learn about forest ecology, fruits, seeds and tree life cycles. (January to December)
Ecological Footprint MP = 40
The way we live has both a local and global impact. Examine your ecological footprint. (January to December)
Animal Tracks and Signs FI
Become a nature detective and learn to interpret the signs animals leave behind. (January to December)
Watershed Awareness FI
What is a watershed and how do you study one? Identify YOUR watershed address. (January to December)
Urban Wildlife FI
Explore nature in the city. Learn about the uniqueness of urban dwellers and how they have adapted to city life. (January to December)
Ecosystems FI
Discover that everything is connected studying Arboretum ecosystems.
(January to December)
Habitats FI
What is a habitat and why is it such a significant ecological concept? Learn about the four basic needs of all living things.(January to December)
Pond Life FI MP = 60
Study life above and below the surface of the pond. (Mid-may to November)
Ecology Games FI
Play a variety of games and learn that everything plays an important role in nature. (March to November)
River Studies FI MP = 30
Step into the shallows of the Humber River and uncover its secrets.
(March to November)
Maple Syrup Harvesting FI
Travel back to a time when maple sap was collected in pails and carried to a wood fired evaporator. Samples may be provided.(March to Early May)
Plants FI MP = 30
Learn about the importance of plants in our world and discover the variety of plants in the forests and meadows of the Arboretum. (Mid-may to Early September)
Biodiversity FI
What is Biodiversity? Conduct surveys to determine the diversity and health of sample environments.
(Mid-may to November)
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 to February)
History: New France
The Huron People FI
Journey back in time and explore ways in which life was different for the Huron people. (January to December)
First Nation Games FI MP =60
The First Nations People played many games. Have fun learning about their customs.
(Mid-may to November)
Geography: The Themes of Geographic Inquiry
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)
First Nation Games FI MP =60
The First Nations People played many games. Have fun learning about their customs.
(Mid-may to November)
Ecology Games FI
Play a variety of games and learn that everything plays an important role in nature. (March to November)
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 to February)
