Grade One

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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.

 

Needs and Characteristics of Living Things

Nature Walk     FI 
Using the trails of the Arboretum, take part in exploratory activities designed to look closely at nature.
(All year )

Birds  FI
What makes birds unique? Learn where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Feed the winter Chickadees. (All year)

Trees     FI
Trees play an important role in our lives. Learn about forest ecology, fruits, seeds and tree life cycles. (All year)

Amazing Animals  FI
Uncover the differences between the vertebrate

animal groups. Wildlife native to the Arboretum will be emphasized. (All year)

Animal Tracks and Signs  FI
Become a nature detective and learn to interpret the signs animals leave behind. (All year)

Urban Wildlife  FI
Explore nature in the city. Learn about the uniqueness of urban dwellers and how they have adapted to city life. (All year)

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. (All year)

Winter Survival  FI
Discover through a mix of discussion and activities, animal survival techniques.
(December to February)

Insects        FI
Examine and compare fascinating insects in different habitats. (Mid May to November)

Pond Life      FI; MP = 60
Study life above and below the surface of the pond. (Mid May to November)

Who Gives a Hoot         FI
Learn about the owl species of the Humber River Valley and explore their habitats.
(September to February)

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)

Healthy Planet, Healthy Lives
Learn how our actions affect the health of the planet and of all life on earth through interactive games and activities. (January to December)

Sensational Senses
Come discover the Arboretum grounds and use your senses to explore all the wonders that nature has to offer. Through a variety of games & activities, participants will better understand how different animals use their senses. (January to December)

Daily and Seasonal Changes

Nature Walk     FI 
Using the trails of the Arboretum, take part in exploratory activities designed to look closely at nature.
(All year )

Winter Survival  FI
Discover through a mix of discussion and activities, animal survival techniques.
(December-February)

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)

 

The Local Community

Nature Walk     FI 
Using the trails of the Arboretum, take part in exploratory activities designed to look closely at nature.
(All year )

Mastering Maps FI;  MP = 30
Come explore the amazing world of maps and find out all the interesting clues that they reveal about where you live. (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. (All year)

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)

 

Understanding Structures and Mechanisims &
Understanding Matter and Energy

Healthy Planet, Healthy Lives
Learn how our actions affect the health of the planet and of all life on earth through interactive games and activities. (January to December)

Daily Physical Activity