Every October I make sure to find our list of creepy, disgusting activities to help you bring some science into your Hallowe'en celebrations. Discover Hallowe'en science activities.
October is not just about pumpkins and fake blood; this newsletter is jammed full of great opportunities. Scroll down to find out about:
These live demonstrations and experiments or code-alongs provide students with a dynamic and engaging Science World experience. Following the session, teachers are sent activities and resources that can continue in-class learnings.
Feedback from teachers:
"We did an online BeeBot workshop and it was great! We had been learning block coding in class, so it was good to try a different "language" and to do some different activities."
"My students were so engaged and the workshop leader did such a great job delivering Scratch that they have been going on to the program and creating their own work."
"You provided a great workshop for my Gr. 1 & 2's! It was interactive, fun, & included lots of audience participation! Thank you very much!"
"My students were engaged from beginning to end and their sense of wonder was fully palpable during and after the presentation. Thank you so much for sharing this programming with our rural school. We can't take a field trip from our wee community all the way to Vancouver. It's great to be able to use the technology of zoom or teams to extend our learning beyond the four walls of our school."
Choose from:
Scientists and Innovators in Schools is now taking requests for online presentations by volunteer science mentors. This free program is offered to grades K-12 everywhere in BC.
EVENTS
October 18-22: Secret Path Week, featuring Indigenous-led education on reconciliation with Exploring By The Seat Of Your Pants and the Downie Wenjack Fund.
October 20: Take Me Outside Day!
October 22: Where to find Science World on the Provincial Pro-D Day!
-BCScTA Catalyst
-myPITA
-Classrooms 2 Communities
October 23: Spooky Science Girls & STEAM Mentor Cafe.
How does a forensic criminologist analyze evidence? What kind of findings does a cave and bat researcher unearth daily? The event will begin with an introduction of our mentors followed by a panel discussion and Q&A session.
October 4-29: Join BC Hydro to complete 10,000 #ActsOfClean this fall! Sign your class up now for the Climate Action Challenge to get information on weekly challenges, prizes and livestream events.
November 10: Save the date! Join our next LIVESTREAM event exploring science, water and sustainability with BC Hydro to celebrate #ActsofClean prizewinners.
November 15: Find out more about Science World's award winning Future Science Leaders, an innovative science enrichment program for teens. Register for FSL information night.
RESOURCES
Gr 9-12: Request a Geneskool Travelling Suitcase Exhibit from GenomeBC. Topics include: genomics, GMO salmon, mountain pine beetle and bees.
WWF Go Wild Grants - submit your online application by October 25 for a chance to be selected for a grant of up to $500 to kick-start your project.
Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre Climate Action Series: Check out this new YouTube series connecting Climate Change to place.
Gr 5-12: Check out National Geographic's MapMaker, a free geovisualization program along with resource materials built to support UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Registrations for Girls and STEAM 2021 are now open! Students will join us on Saturday, November 6 to hear from industry mentors and connect with like-minded peers.
Packed with workshops, hands-on activities, panel discussions, and an interactive industry showcase, Girls and STEAM is a brave space to learn about a variety of scientific topics and careers from experts and mentors at no cost.
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.
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