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Agriculture and the Environment
Program Description
What better place than a working farm to explore the impact of modern agriculture on the environment? In the museum’s barns, students take part in various cooperative activities, using critical thinking skills as they try to find solutions to some of the thorny issues surrounding agriculture and the environment.
Consult this Educational Activity Kit for ideas to extend the learning — and the fun! Agriculture and the Environment Educational Activity Kit
Curriculum Links
| ONTARIO | QUEBEC | ||
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| Grade 7 | Science and Technology — Understanding Life Systems |
Secondary Cycle 2 |
Mathematics, Science and Technology Science et Technology Competency 1—Seeks answers or solutions to scientific or technological problems |
| Grade 8 | Science and Technology — Understanding Matter and Energy |
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| Grade 9 | Science — Biology Canadian and World Studies — Geography |
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| Grade 11 | Science — Biology, Environmental Science | ||
| Grade 12 | Science — Biology, Sciences | ||
Please see the following document for more detailed curriculum links: Ontario Quebec
Teacher Tips
The Museum is also a demonstration farm. Please advise students of potential hazards and dress appropriately (boots, outdoor clothing, etc.). See more pre-visit tips or download the pre-visit information PDF.
Fees
$9 per student, $1 per chaperone (group leader is free).
A minimum fee of $135 will be charged per group.
Reservations
To reserve this program, please complete the online reservation request form.
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