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Parents and teachers alike will love the easy-to-follow lesson plans, detailed instructions, and helpful resources included in this digital study. Each lesson is designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing you to tailor the activities to your child’s interests and pace. With printable worksheets, engaging reading passages, and step-by-step guides, you’ll have everything you need to create a rich and immersive learning experience at home.
Topics and Concepts Covered
- Lesson 1: Introduction to the Boreal – Introduction to boreal forest features
- Lesson 2: Evergreens vs. Deciduous Trees – 3D shapes, surface area, and evaporation
- Lesson 3: The Seasons of Water– States of matter in the boreal environment
- Lesson 4: Pinecone Humidity – Understanding humidity and weather patterns
- Lesson 5: Beavers: Nature’s Engineer – Exploring Permeability
- Lesson 6: Moose :Plant-Eating Powerhouses  – Fermentation and digestive adaptations
- Lesson 7: Snowshoe Hare: The Forest Magician – Adaptation and engineering principles for survival
- Lesson 8: Woodpecker: Masters of Force – Impact Force and Shock Absorption
- Lesson 9: Boreal Forest Resources: Trees are Everywhere – Resource utilization and conservation
- Lesson 10: The Story of Logging – Evolution of logging equipment and techniques
- Lesson 11: Forest Remedies: Learning from the Land – Hot and cold infusion techniques
- Lesson 12: Making Paper from Forest Resources – The science and process of paper-making from forest resources
Additional Info
Every activity in our Boreal Forest Study is designed to be hands-on and immersive. Children are encouraged to observe their surroundings, ask thoughtful questions, and make discoveries based on their experiences. This interactive approach brings the magic of the boreal forest to life, helping children develop critical thinking skills while fostering a deeper connection to the natural world.
A key feature of our curriculum is its emphasis on empowering kids to take charge of their learning. With creative projects like Pathfinders, children have the opportunity to explore topics that captivate their interests, fostering curiosity and a sense of ownership over their education. By the end of the month, your child will have a newfound appreciation for the boreal forest and the incredible creatures and ecosystems it supports, all while gaining valuable knowledge and skills along the way.
Join us on an Expedition through the Boreal Forest of Canada and watch your child’s excitement grow as they explore one of the world’s most captivating ecosystems.
The Boreal Forest Study
$14.00
Unlock the secrets of the Boreal Forest with our Boreal Forest Month Study, a comprehensive digital curriculum thoughtfully crafted for our Explorers (ages 8-12) and including a full set of adaptations and alternative activities for our Junior Explorers (ages 4-8). This study is filled with interactive, hands-on activities that bring the rich and diverse world of the boreal forest to life, making learning both fun and meaningful. Your child will explore the forest alongside fascinating animals like the resourceful beaver, the clever snowshoe hare, the powerful moose, and the resilient woodpecker. Our curriculum delves into a range of topics, including water evaporation, states of matter, adaptation strategies, engineering principles, and resource management, all through the captivating lens of forest exploration. This interdisciplinary approach ensures a holistic education that keeps kids curious and eager to learn about the natural world around them.
