Teacher and Classroom Resources
AGRICULTURE
Teen Teachers: Ag in the Classroom (grades K-1)
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ECOLOGY | ENTOMOLOGY
Monarchs on the Move (grades K-5)
Learn about the Monarch butterfly, the challenges that it faces to survive, and the unique lifecycle of butterflies. Youth will have the opportunity to explore hands-on activities and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to gain a better understanding of the declining Monarch butterfly population. Lessons may be tailored to classroom needs. (Available as a kit | 30 min. lesson)
ENERGY
Wired for Wind (grades 3-6)
As the world’s demand for clean energy sources increases, so has its interest in wind power. Wired for Wind helps youth better understand the physics of wind energy, while also learning the basics of renewable and nonrenewable energy. Youth will work in groups, think like engineers, and build a wind turbine to produce electricity. They will have the opportunity to test their designs and measure the energy output by using a multimeter. (Available as a kit | 45-60 min. lesson)
GARDENING
Garden in a Glove (grades K-2)
Let’s build a garden in a glove, see the life cycle of plants, and discover what seeds need to germinate! Students will plant seeds in each finger of a glove and watch them sprout! (Available as a kit | 45 min. lesson)