What is citizen science? How can we connect with the biodiversity in our neighbourhoods? In this workshop, students will conduct a biodiversity survey near their school and publish their data using the iNaturalist platform.
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Book a Child & Youth Workshop
Looking to bring hands-on environmental education into your classroom? Look no further than our workshops for children and youth!
Book a child or youth workshop in our teaching gardens, or have one of our educators come to you! We offer a variety of programming for learners from preschool to grade 12. Inquire about the possibility of French composting workshops for immersion classes from kindergarten to grade 8!
Accessibility Information
Our educators aim to make our workshops accessible and enjoyable for students with diverse needs. Get in touch if you have students who may benefit from accommodations so that we can best prepare for your workshop. For information about accessibility on our site during visits, see here.
Testimonials
“It was very apparent that the kids, and their parents, thoroughly enjoyed the program. The day after the program I had one little guy, who attended the program, ask me to find him books on composting as his family were going to build a compost!”
“I liked how experiential the tour was for the children. The facilitator was skilled at maintaining the children’s attention and keeping them interested.”
“Elora was very interactive, engaging, and fun! She noticed when the children needed to move and was willing to respond to many questions, comments and student inquiries!”
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Exploring Citizen Science (Grades 6-12)
1.5 hours | $90/workshop | Best Booked in March-October
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Secret Life of Seeds (Grades 9-12)
1 hour | $75/ workshop | Book anytime – pertinent in Springtime
Discover the evolution of the seed, break open a seed to explore its anatomy, and experience seed adaptations in real time. This 1-hour workshop is a combination of hands-on activities, science experiments, and a presentation packed with regionally specific information, fun facts, and more. Students will walk away with a new understanding and appreciation of the amazing roles seeds play in our ecosystems.
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Exploring Citizen Science (Grades 9-12)
1.5 hours | $90/ workshop | Best Booked in March-October
Learn how to be a citizen scientist and conduct a biodiversity survey near your school using iNaturalist to help identify, categorize and publish your findings.
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Under the Microscope: Living Soil (Grades 9-12)
1.5 hours | $90/ workshop | Book anytime!
Join us for an eye-opening microscope-based workshop where we will examine soil on the smallest scales, observe the multitude of microbes it contains and explore vital biodiversity under our feet.
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Harvest: Vermicomposting (Grades 9-12)
1 hour | $75/ workshop
This hands-on workshop brings the compost cycle full circle while students get their hands dirty harvesting their worm bin and finding lots of other critters along the way.
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Vermicomposting (Grades 9-12)
1 hour | $75/workshop+$40 worm bin | Book anytime
Worm bins are an ecosystem and composting system all in one! Dive deep into the world of composting and worm anatomy with the option to keep a worm bin for your classroom.
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Composting Basics (Grades 9-12)
1-1.5 hours | $90/workshop | Book anytime for in-person or online
Learn the basics of successful composting, the various techniques used to compost, and the importance of soil to our society and the earth.
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Sustainability Site Tour (Grades 9-12)
1 hour | $75/workshop | Best booked April-September
Dive deep into the world of composting, native plants and pollinators, veggie gardens, aquaponics, and more with a guided tour of our Teaching Gardens and Demonstration Site. The tour offers a look into real-life applications of sustainability practices and encourages discussion, critical thinking and reflection.