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Parks and protected areas : aquatic animal identification guide

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An activity book for children in Kananaskis country.

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Wetlands : a field study

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Wetland Ecosystems: A Field Study has been developed to assist Grade 5 teachers who wish to teach Topic E of the Grade 5 Alberta Science curriculum, entitled Wetland Ecosystems. This booklet has... More ≫

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Wetland Ecosystems: A Field Study has been developed to assist Grade 5 teachers who wish to teach Topic E of the Grade 5 Alberta Science curriculum, entitled Wetland Ecosystems. This booklet has been written for teachers who plan to take their class to a wetland ecosystem and conduct a field study. Pre and post activities have also been suggested for teachers who wish to extend the learning of their students to other parts/sections of the curriculum.

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The nature of science : Kananaskis edition

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This program has been developed through the leadership of the Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre in Fish Creek Provincial Park. The “Nature of Science” program has been designed to be... More ≫

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This program has been developed through the leadership of the Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre in Fish Creek Provincial Park. The “Nature of Science” program has been designed to be conducted within any natural area in Alberta. Three different versions of this teacher-directed program (Appendix A) have been developed in Fish Creek Provincial Park, at designated sites in Kananaskis Country and across Alberta.

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Waste in the natural world

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Waste in the Natural World complements the grade four Science Unit, Topic A: Waste and Our World from the Alberta Program of Studies, and also connects to other science, social studies, and... More ≫

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Waste in the Natural World complements the grade four Science Unit, Topic A: Waste and Our World from the Alberta Program of Studies, and also connects to other science, social studies, and ecological studies. The essence of this guide is a one-day outdoor field study. Its main focus is on first hand experience – observing, sensing, exploring, and reflecting – connecting students with the life and death cycles of a diversity of life forms and environments. To support this experience, there is background information, classroom activities leading into and out of the field study day, and an appendix of support materials.

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Kananaskis Country wildflowers discovery pack

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Here is a chance for you to discover exciting secrets about wild flowers. You will find that different wildflowers can be found throughout Kananaskis Country depending upon the time of year, the... More ≫

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Here is a chance for you to discover exciting secrets about wild flowers. You will find that different wildflowers can be found throughout Kananaskis Country depending upon the time of year, the soil, temperature, moisture and elevation. Two booklets are included in this Discovery pack: a Take-home booklet and this Activity booklet. Feel free to keep the Take-home booklet as it contains fun activities and a list of references so you can discover more about flowers living near your home.

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Tracking the trees and shrubs of Kananaskis Country

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This identification key will help you to discover the names of most of the trees and shrubs found in Kananaskis Country. This identification key will not work well outside of the Kananaskis... More ≫

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This identification key will help you to discover the names of most of the trees and shrubs found in Kananaskis Country. This identification key will not work well outside of the Kananaskis Country area. Each tree and shrub interacts with all the other living and non-living parts of its environment. Please treat each plant with respect and do not pick or harm them.

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Pond pals

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The Pond Pals field study is designed to encourage students to explore a pond community and find out how the different plants and animals meet their basic needs in this community. A pre-field... More ≫

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The Pond Pals field study is designed to encourage students to explore a pond community and find out how the different plants and animals meet their basic needs in this community. A pre-field study activity introduces students to the needs of plants and animals living in a pond community. A Student Booklet has been written to guide students in a variety of on-site activities pertaining to the basic needs of plants and animals living in a pond. Through observations made during the field study, students will become aware of the similarities and differences between their community and a pond community. A Volunteer Booklet has also been provided to assist volunteers in directing the students' discoveries. With little preparation, volunteers will be able to assist the students and teacher in conducting the activities.

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