Christmas is coming and the kids are getting EXCITED! To keep them focused and motivated young scientists during this crazy time of year, here are 24 days of fun Christmas STEM Activities.
It’s kind of like a STEM Advent Calendar of learning for the month of December! Included are lots of cool science, tech, math and engineering activities to keep little ones busy.
GeoExplore Saskatchewan is a website that will enable teachers, tourists and anyone to explore the intriguing geoscientific features of Saskatchewan. This website is a digital version of the printed Geological Highway Map of Saskatchewan.
There are numerous resources, interactive maps, Geo 101 and more!
Copy and paste this url into your browser to view a webinar on how to use this resource https://resourcebank.ca/courses/geoexplore-saskatchewan-website-webinar.
This simple geometric shapes activity for kids is easy to do at home or as a math center in school. It also makes a terrific STEAM project including a bit of art and design too. Learn by doing, creating, discovering, and exploring with a simple, fun geometry activity.
Check out the long list of activities on the Little Bins Little Hands site that include STEM Challenges; free printables; indoor fun ideas; STEM at home projects; free math worksheets; distance learning activities; LEGO activities; STEM activities for physics, chemistry, edible science experiments, the scientific method, oceans, weather, space, and outdoors; all kinds of slime activities; and activities for different seasons.
Check out the webcams featuring a variety of animals such as: Beluga Whale, Puffins, Sea Lions, Jellyfish and many more!
The site also offers information on many animals that is worth a read for those animal lovers out there!
Zoom over the Sahara desert. Take a tour of the Eiffel Tower. You can do it all with Google Earth, the tool that makes the world feel a little bit smaller with its map-generating capabilities. If you're new to Google Earth, the tutorials offer a great introduction.
*Guided tours with the Voyager option. Take a guided tour around the globe with some of the world's leading storytellers, scientists, and nonprofits. Immerse yourself in new cultures and test your knowledge of the world.
*Measure distances & area
*Take your students virtually to the place you are studying
*Globe & map view
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 1 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 2 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 3 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 4 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 5 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 6 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 7 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 8 science learning.
The University of Saskatchewan offers this tremendous resource that promotes the richness and diversity of the sciences, nurture curiosity and innovation, and inspire students to consider a career in science, and support teachers to provide exciting educational experiences.
Check out the great collection of video and activity resources for teachers and parents to supplement and enhance Grade 9 science learning.
This collection of images was part of the first group of 360 images added to Google Maps. You can explore more 360 views through the Google Maps Street View collection.
Great Lakes Now brings along students on a virtual field trip to learn more about the importance of coastal wetlands, the danger of algal blooms and a deep dive into lake sturgeon.
This experience is targeted for 6-8th grade, but is certainly not limited to this age group.
Free Environmental Science Resources for Teachers, including curriculum connections, project objectives, lessons and more.
GreenLearning creates free education programs about energy, climate change and green economy that engage and empower students to create positive change for our evolving world. Our programs include both hands-on and critical thinking activities to equip educators with the educational tools they need to help students understand complex environmental issues.
Available programs include:
- The Ripple Effect
- Sila and the Land
- Eco 360 - Transitioning to a Circular Economy
- Energy Revealed
- Decoding Carbon: A Climate Policy Quest
- Re-Energy
- Flood:Ed
- Real World Ecosystems
- Real World Energy
- Oil Sands Education Dialogue
- Electricity All Around Us
- Lending A Hand
- Climate Change Where I Live
- Come Alive
- Make A Splash!
- EnerAction
- Cool 2.0
- E-Cards
- Climate Action 150
Check out their challenges:
- Eco 360 - Transitioning to a Circular Economy
- Decoding Carbon: A Climate Policy Quest
- Re-Energy
- Flood:Ed
- School Earth Hour Challenge
Other resources include:
- Location Matters
- The Spiral Inquiry Model
- Make-Remake Design Activity
- Maple Syrup Inquiry
- Science Fair
- Monthly Spark Activities
This site offers games galore in math, science, ELA, geography, history, art, design, music, languages, health and more.
The Planet Protector Academy: H2Whoa! resource teaches students about water conservation and protection and inspires them to take action.
The resource consists of four 60-90 minute lessons that include content developed with Indigenous elders, culture keepers and artists.
Teachers can sign up on this site and get started.
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This site will help you find videos and pages on the topic you want.