Our brains have an alarm system that works all on its own. …
Our brains have an alarm system that works all on its own. It is called the amygdala, and when the amygdala fires off its alarm system we tend to listen. Which is great if we are actually in a fire, or actually being chased by a large wild animal, or actually our life is indeed in danger! However, for the most part, often our amygdala fires when we are NOT in any real kind of danger. For instance: Talking to a person we don’t know, is NOT life threatening. Ordering a meal in a restaurant, is NOT life threatening. Writing a test, is NOT life threatening. Making eye contact with someone, is NOT life threatening. However, when we have anxiety our brain activates our amygdala and we respond with body sensations and thoughts that make us believe they just might be! The amygdala is a small almond shaped organ in our brain that processes our memory, our decision-making response and our emotional responses. It is part of our nervous system, and all too often it is working over-time. To handle worry and anxiety we need to teach our brain to NOT turn on the alarm system. (The best part about a brain is that it is very capable of changing the way it thinks! This is called neuroplasticity.). We need to tell our brain: - I am willing to feel UNcomfortable. - I am willing to feel unsure and to NOT know what might happen next. - I am willing to use my courage and do what I might not want to do. - I can handle it if things do not go just perfect. - I am okay with NOT knowing how things are going to turn out. By saying this in our mind and by doing this we can change the response our brain makes. It will take time and constant repetition…but it can be accomplished. We can actually make a new neuropathway in our brain so that it no longer ‘fires up panic’ when we do things. It is like making a new walking path across the grass. Eventually, if we stay on the same new path, the old one fills in and a new path begins to appear.
"An upstander is a person who recognizes injustice, knows their personal strengths …
"An upstander is a person who recognizes injustice, knows their personal strengths and uses those strengths to create change."
This resource explores how to be an upstander in a variety of settings and includes: *a full teacher's guide *FREE virtual museum visit can be booked to accompany *Canadian upstanders & upstanders you know *stories *rights *take a stand *tell *act
Before the Plate documentary is about the questions, the stories and the …
Before the Plate documentary is about the questions, the stories and the people behind where our food comes from and how it gets to our plate. We have developed a comprehensive, curriculum-linked Documentary Viewing Guide for Grades 9-12 students that meets learning outcomes in Science, Social Studies, Health, Careers, PAA and more! The teacher resource includes information about how to gain full viewing access to the Before the Plate documentary (pg. 3).
Before the Plate (1 hr 30 min) attempts to close the gap …
Before the Plate (1 hr 30 min) attempts to close the gap in perception between the urban consumer and farming in Canada. Modern consumers are increasingly interested in where and how their food gets to them, but accurate information isn’t always easy to come by and often feels out of reach. Before the Plate follows young farmers and industry experts in order to show the general population what a modern Canadian farm operation looks like, and answer the most pressing questions consumers have about their food.
Have you seen the Before the Plate documentary? Are you wanting to …
Have you seen the Before the Plate documentary? Are you wanting to use it as a resource in your classroom? We have developed a comprehensive, curriculum-linked Documentary Viewing Guide for Grades 9-12 students that meets learning outcomes in Science, Social Studies, Health, Careers, PAA and more! Make sure you download the Before the Plate - Teacher Guide first to access the documentary, answer key, and for more information on the resource!
Have you seen the Before the Plate documentary? Are you wanting to …
Have you seen the Before the Plate documentary? Are you wanting to use it as a resource in your classroom? We have developed a comprehensive, curriculum-linked Documentary Viewing Guide for Grades 9-12 students that meets learning outcomes in Science, Social Studies, Health, Careers, PAA and more! This resource includes full viewing access to the Before the Plate documentary.
Learn how to encourage children to be active as well as make …
Learn how to encourage children to be active as well as make active transportation a part of your own lifestyle. Also find information on fitness tax credits.
This is a fabulous list of 21 books to teach students about …
This is a fabulous list of 21 books to teach students about everything from self-regulation to patience.
These books would be a wonderful addition to any classroom library or library and would be excellent as read-aloud stories for students, followed by discussion.
These books are all connected to 21st century skills - especially self management or character/self-regulation.
These two sister amoebas will teach you everything amazing and cool about …
These two sister amoebas will teach you everything amazing and cool about biology.
The site is directed at high school and early college level information, but it is done in a very accessible way and can be used with far younger students as well.
There are: *Videos (they have a YouTube channel and a suggested playlist) *Comics *Unlectured series *Handouts and more.
Half of all Canadians are fit to donate blood, but only 1 …
Half of all Canadians are fit to donate blood, but only 1 in 60 Canadians gave blood last year. Our organ donation rates are also lower than many countries, including the United States.
A guided reading lesson to accompany "Blossom's Big Job DOWNLOAD"! In this …
A guided reading lesson to accompany "Blossom's Big Job DOWNLOAD"! In this charming storybook, a hard working bee will encourage trust and perseverance while your students learn about pollination and how honey is made. Companion resources: "Blossom's Big Job Activity Book" "Blossom's Big Job Read Along"
Interactive Storybook Lesson: Blossom’s Big Job is about a busy honey bee …
Interactive Storybook Lesson: Blossom’s Big Job is about a busy honey bee on a mission to pollinate her flowers until they mature into fruit. Readers follow Blossom as she helps collect nectar for her hive and works hard to pollinate her flowers.
After reading “Blossom’s Big Job”, students will have the chance to experience …
After reading “Blossom’s Big Job”, students will have the chance to experience hands on pollination through participation in two activity stations. These activities are designed to promote physical activity, allow students to question and reflect on their experiences through the Check, Connect, Reflect model of assessment, and promote experiential learning.
Enjoy a fun read along of this charming storybook about a hard …
Enjoy a fun read along of this charming storybook about a hard working bee that will encourage trust and perseverance while your students learn about pollination and how honey is made. Be sure to also download "Blossom's Big Job DOWNLOAD", "Blossom's Big Job Guided Reading Lesson" and "Blossom's Big Job Activity Book".
Blossom’s Big Job is about a busy honey bee on a mission …
Blossom’s Big Job is about a busy honey bee on a mission to pollinate her flowers until they mature into fruit. Readers follow Blossom as she helps collect nectar for her hive and works hard to pollinate her flowers.
Find safety information on boating and horsepower restrictions, proof of competency, recreational …
Find safety information on boating and horsepower restrictions, proof of competency, recreational water activities, life jackets and personal flotation devices.
This is a playlist of 191 videos you can do with your …
This is a playlist of 191 videos you can do with your students (of various ages) to get them up and moving!
Simply project the video and let the students move along to it.
"Why take brain breaks? Brain breaks allow children the opportunity to mentally rest their brain by diverting their mind into movements that allow them to: • refresh • recharge • refocus • regenerate • release stress • breathe Regular brain breaks enhance attentiveness, concentration, focus and accelerate learning by allowing children to release their energy, anxiety and stress. Brain breaks also increase circulation, promote physical fitness and coordination."
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