Program Description
It’s easy to forget that soil is teeming with life. With your students, dig into the ground and discover the creatures hiding there. Students learn the characteristics of earthworms, sow seeds, study the germination of plants, and make a germination necklace to take back to class.
Consult this Educational Activity Kit for ideas to extend the learning — and the fun!
A HANDFUL OF SOIL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY KIT
Curriculum Links
Ontario
Science and Technology
Kindergarten: Problem Solving and Innovating
Grades 1 to 2: STEM Skills and Connections
Grade 1: Life Systems: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
Grade 2: Life Systems: Growth and Changes in Animals
Quebec
Preschool: To construct his/her understanding of the world
Mathematics, Science and Technology — Science and Technology
Elementary Cycle 1: To explore the world of science and technology
Teacher Tips
The Museum is a demonstration farm, complete with potential hazards. Please advise students accordingly and dress for the outdoors. To prepare for your visit, download the pre-visit information PDF.
Fees
$9.50 per student. Program allows a maximum of 29 students.* (Note: A minimum fee of $142.50 will be charged for groups of 15 students or less).
*Program includes free admission for the teacher as well as up to a maximum of 7 other adults. Please note that there is a mandatory minimum ratio of 1 adult for every 6 students. Any additional adults not included in the program fee will be required to pay the regular visitor fee at admission and will not be able to participate in the program. These requirements do not apply to groups with students who have special needs.
Reservations
Booking requests can be made through the School Programs Reservation Request Form.
You can also connect directly with our Customer Engagement Team:
Email: contact@IngeniumCanada.org
Phone: 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416
Program Details
- View all programs at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
- View other programs related to Earth & Environment
- View other programs for: JK - Grade 2 (Ontario) or Preschool - Elementary Cycle 1 (Quebec)