Hello educators,

We have reached December, which means it's time to pull one of my favourite Science World Resources compilations out of the archives to share with you:

Winter-Themed Activities: up-cycled crafts, hands-on explorations and chilly chemistry experiments

There are some fantastic opportunities coming up for you to meet and network with colleagues from across the province and celebrate and share your successes. I hope to 'see' you online, find the event registration links near the bottom of this email.

TECH-UP CODING WORKSHOPS: providing an introduction to a grade-appropriate coding platform, 1 class. Choice of: 

• Bee Bot Bop (2–4)
• Say It With Scratch (4–7)
• Marvelous Micro:bits (7–9)

"It was a great workshop. The students loved it and had a fun time learning about coding. Thank you for the free website and for the worksheets. This is also great as a teacher to help with my learning of coding and the different resources I could use."  — Teacher, Surrey

These live demonstrations and experiments or code-alongs provide students with a dynamic and engaging Science World experience. Following the session, teachers are provided activities and resources that can continue in-class learnings.

ONLINE SCIENCE ADVENTURES: an interactive presentation, choice of: 

• Fantastic Forces (K–6)
• Science for a Changing World (K–7)
• Chemistry (4–7)

"My students had so much fun - we tossed Math aside today and spent the rest of the morning chatting, brainstorming, drawing and writing about what we had learned. The students are very excited to keep this learning going."  — Teacher, Cranbrook

Receive an online program for FREE with a Class Bursary. 

Scientists and Innovators in Schools presented by TELUS is now taking requests for presentations by volunteer science mentors. This FREE program is offered to grades K–12 everywhere in BC.

Request for your secondary class! We have several mentors who haven't yet been matched because they are interested in presenting to high school students on the following topics: 

• Engineering and technology, robotics, physics, math
• Biotech, health, human biology, animals
• Careers in science
• Women in science

EVENTS

Classrooms to Communities Annual Winter Solstice Event | Dec 16, 4:30–6pm PST

Teachers, community educators and other leaders from across BC will meet online to share successful practices and celebrate our work that connects learners with place and the outdoors. Featured success stories:

• Using digital mapping to connect BC educators with place-conscious organizations and opportunities: A mycorrhizal approach with Allison Dietrich (SD67, Okanagan/Skaha)
• Green careers: an innovative approach to career education with Ryan Barfoot (SD47, Powell River)

Get Outside: Learning Outdoors in Winter | Dec 2, 4pm PST
Pamela Gibson, Learning for a Sustainable Future will offer educators a plethora of interesting, motivating curriculum connections not found in other seasons. 

Tools for engaging youth with environmental action | Dec 14, 4pm PST  

From CBEEN and Take Me Outside: Serena and Jade will highlight their best practices and share their strategies for engaging youth. 

RESOURCES / OPPORTUNITIES

Learning for a Sustainable Future Action Project Funding | Student-led climate change/sustainability action projects may apply to receive up to $500. Applications are due December 17. 

PhET interactive simulations | FREE math and science simulations engage students through an intuitive game-like environment where students learn through exploration and discovery. Kate's pick: Balloons and Static Electricity. 

Below BC Virtual Museum | View the interactive geology map, take a virtual geo-tour, and explore the rich geological history of BC. 

Follow us for more ideas! We share these and other fantastic opportunities for professional development and classroom planning on our Twitter: @scienceworldTR

Reach out if you have ideas for how Science World can support you and your students this year. I would love to hear from you by email: schools@scienceworld.ca.

Yours scientifically,

Kate Henderson

School Engagement Manager

Science World is committed to ensuring our programs uphold anti-racist values that allow visitors to feel safe and welcomed.

We gratefully acknowledge that Science World is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səlí ̓ lwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.