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You will need to sign up for a free account in order to access any EcoKids resources but it is definitely worth it. There is a dual focus for this activity: investigating the origin of and growing methods for a food, and growing a garden. Over...

You will need to sign up for a free account in order to access any EcoKids resources but it is definitely worth it. Students play a detective mission game in which they visit a farm and surrounding area and observe differences in ecosystems...

You will need to sign up for a free account in order to access any EcoKids resources but it is definitely worth it. In this Kindergarten lesson, students will be challenged to help clean up the area of the schoolyard they play in, demonstrate...

You will need to sign up for a free account in order to access any EcoKids resources but it is definitely worth it. It is easy to learn how recycling works and how each student can help. What is the blue box program? Start a campaign for...

Cree Elder George Brertton takes us to a lake near his home and reflects on the changes he has seen in his lifetime. Deeply passionate about respecting all of creation, George has a serious message for us all. Please note: This is an Alberta...

Len Benson is a traditional Cree man who grew up on the land near Lac La Biche, Alberta. He has seen changes to the water, plants and animals as industrial development has increased. Len wonders if human beings really understand the impact we...

Can you recognize common plants, animals and insects found in wetlands? See for yourself and take this fun quiz as you go on a Wetland Odyssey! Please note: This is an Alberta resource, but could be useful for Saskatchewan educators. 

Witness a discussion about wetlands by Wetland Ecologist Dr. Suzanne Bayley and traditional Cree man Len Benson. Suzanne and Len discuss the difference between western science and Aboriginal science and the benefits of bringing them...

Dr. Suzanne Bayley is a world renowned Wetlands Ecologist. She has spent her life studying wetlands to preserve the water, plants, animals and birds that depend on a healthy ecosystem. Join Suzanne as she wades into one of Alberta's many...

Dene Artist Roy Salopree knows about a secret place. It is a water hole in the muskeg, surrounded by spruce trees. The muskeg water he collects from the hole is made into tea and used as medicine for his family and friends. Please note: This is...

Aboriginal people have always had a deep connection to the land and felt the responsibility to keep it healthy for future generations. As a result of colonization, voicelessness and powerlessness has caused many Aboriginal people to...

For Aboriginal people, storytelling is the way we teach our children, pass on our values and remember our history. It is the story that inspires people to learn more. It is the story that begins all learning journeys. Please note: This is an...

Water:The Sacred Relationship, is the result of a three year research project by Native Counselling Services of Alberta that features a documentary film, educational curriculum and a public policy research article. Guided by a circle...

Examine western and Aboriginal worldviews on 'living and non-living things' in wetlands ecosystems while recognizing that all plants and animals have an important role in a wetlands community as they interact with one another.

This website is a great source of useful and interesting information on species at risk protection and recovery efforts in our national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites. In the feature you will find...

The My Parks Pass program is offered in partnership by Parks Canada, The Historica-Dominion Institute, Nature Canada and Canadian Geographic Education. My Parks Pass program is intended to help students explore and learn about...

The My Parks Pass Activity Guide is designed to support teachers and students as they learn about Canada's history and natural heritage by exploring Parks Canada's national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas. The...

Over the snow, the world is hushed and white. But under the snow exists a secret kingdom of squirrels and snow hares, bears and bullfrogs, and many other animals that live through the winter safe and warm, awake and busy, under the snow....