SNOWFLAKE SHAPES
Kindergarten - Grade 2
Observe snowflake shapes in different parts of the snowbank.
We’ve pulled together some of our favourite activity ideas from our winter school program resources for teachers like you.
| Early Years (K–3) | Middle Years (4–6) | Senior Years (7–12) |
|---|---|---|
| Observe the wonders of snow. Search for signs of winter animals and learn how they survive the cold. | Discover the importance of snow and ice, and play Arctic and Voyageur games to keep warm. | Develop outdoor skills and discover properties of snow and ice like an Arctic scientist. |
Kindergarten - Grade 2
Observe snowflake shapes in different parts of the snowbank.
Kindergarten - Grade 2
Collect snow from different areas, and discover how much water it leaves behind when it melts.
Kindergarten - Grade 4
Use storytelling to spark inquiry, and engage students with a neighbourhood walk to search for tracks.
Grades 4 - 6
These activities encourage teamwork and fun in your own schoolyard.
Grades 4 - 7
Building a solar oven is a hands-on way of teaching students about reflection, absorption and the greenhouse effect.
Grades 4 - 5
Best played outdoors, these games are great for both summer and winter.
Grades 7 - 8
Analyze different snow samples and use a scale to determine density and water content.
Grades 7 - 10
Improve teamwork skills and gain valuable survival knowledge by practicing shelter-building and knot-tying.
Grades 7 - 10
This activity helps students to understand the importance of Arctic sea ice as an ecosystem.