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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the reasons people have chosen to live near Colorado's Pike National Park despite the common occurrence of forest fires. Then, they explore the drawbacks and benefits of living in other high-risk areas. Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - 2nd
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Students discover interesting facts about different kinds of sharks and discuss the reasons why people are both afraid of and interested in sharks. They consider sharks' importance in nature and create brochures to educate beach visitors about sharks. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students examine opposing points of view in a legal land use battle and propose resolutions for the conflict. They further explore the situation by drafting memorandums of understanding that outline a path to reconciliation. Full Review »
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- 4th
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Students, in groups, research topics concerning Saskatchewan resources. The class discusses how industry depends on these resources. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students prepare a brochure outlining changes in the technology used for fighting forest fires. They must include a description of five different technologies used for fighting forest fires, one from each of the last five decades. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students examine the effects of pests on other organisms, crops, and the environment. they construct an insect observation chamber and discover how some insects can be pests in some situations and beneficial in others. They write "pest poems." Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students discuss forest management dilemmas and make uninformed decisions as to whether they are appropriate management techniques. They draw bar graphs of the class opinion for each dilemma. They use media sources to become more informed on the issues and repeat the activity to see how they votes changed with more education. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students recognize the social, cultural, economic and environmental significance of forests. They explore the range of human interests and values associated with Canada's parks and protected areas. Full Review »
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- 8th - 12th
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Students explore how to create and restore healthy forests. Given a scenario, teams of students create a management plan to assist the forest in becoming healthy, safe, and appealing. Students consider the ecosystem, adaptations of the animals, and the interdependence between animals and other organisms. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students discuss the benefits and problems associated with fire. They discuss the role that fire plays in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Students brainstorm ways that fire can be harmful, such as damaging homes, communities, and ecosystems and harming people. They are asked to think of ways that fire can be beneficial. Full Review »
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