Grade 3 Programs
| Programs |
Science |
Social Studies | The Arts | Health and Physical Education |
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Under Our Feet - Soils Study (Soils in the Environment) |
8 |
1 |
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Plant Trek (Growth and Changes in Plants) |
8 | 1 | ||
| Wayfaring (Map Work) | 1 | 1 | ||
| Strong and Stable Structures | 8 | |||
| Forces Causing Movement | 8 | |||
| Maple Syrup/Pioneer Days (March 2010) | 4 | 8 | 1 |
LEGEND: 1 Program meets one or more specific expectations
4 Program meets four or more specific expectations
8 Program meets eight or more specific expectations
Curriculum Based Programs at Highlands O.E.C.
An Experiential Learning Centre on over 100 Acres of Niagara Escarpment,
a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve!
Let us help meet your curriculum needs!
At Highlands Outdoor Education Centre your class will have a fun-filled time while you complete specific expectations of the Ontario Grade 3 Curriculum. We offer a great selection of dynamic programs!
Why not make the most out of your trip and combine two half-day programs to create a full day of hands-on experiential learning!
Bag lunches are always welcome. Cold and hot drinks are available for purchase.
All programs and activities at Highlands Outdoor Education Centre have been cross-referenced to the Ontario Curriculum for your convenience and cover a wide range of both specific and general expectations from strands. All programs incorporate Language requirements through writing, reading, oral and visual communication components that are inherent in all of our on site activities. All Programs are dynamic and adaptable to the group.
Skilled Interpretative Staff - Learning Centre - Lunch Room and Washrooms
Facility is Wheel Chair accessible - ATV carrier on site
PROGRAMS: Full Day: $12.00 each Half Day: $9.00 each
( 2 Programs –4Hrs. Instruction) (1 Program – 2 Hrs. Instruction)
Teachers and Parents FREE!
** SPECIAL ** 10% off bookings from November 2nd, to 13, 2009 and April 19 to 30, 2010
Call for program selection.
LOCATION: Highlands Nordic Ski and Outdoor Centre is located just 10 minutes South of
Collingwood and West of Duntroon off either Hwy #124 or CR91, on Conc.10.
Advance Booking is Required! Phone: (705) 444-5017 email: hoec@highlandsnordic.ca
Highlands Outdoor Education Centre – PROGRAM OUTLINE Gr.3 Fall 2009 Spring 2010
Note: Proper footwear (i.e. rubber boots or closed toed shoes) is essential for students, teachers and parent volunteers to maximize the learning potential and related enjoyment of this program.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS (1 adult per 5 students)
1. Under Our Feet – Soils Study (Soils in the Environment)
This program exposes students to the multitude of fascinating life systems supported by soil. Students are actively involved in the sampling and subsequent analysis of a variety of different soil types. In addition, the effects of moving water on rock and on soils are observed. This program is intended to introduce students to the interdependence of humans and other living organisms with soils.
2. Plant Trek – (Growth and Changes in Plants)
Students will take part in a series of interconnected activities that explore the characteristics and requirements of plants and their patterns of growth. A series of plants local to the Niagara Escarpment will be examined on a flora and fauna nature hike. We will explore fall and spring changes to plants, as well as the value of plants in our lives.
3. Wayfaring (Map Work)
Students will learn basic mapping skills indoors then use these skills outdoors, following a primary map of the Niagara Escarpment. On their mapping adventure, students work in small groups with parents and teachers to find orienteering markers.
4. Strong and Stable Structures (indoor/outdoor)
Students will develop an understanding of the concept of stability in structures and mechanisms by rotating through a series of interactive centres including: the use of mitre boxes, drills and screwdrivers, building a beam bridge using K’nex, levers, and experimenting with cars and adjustable axles.
5. Forces Causing Movement (indoor/outdoor)
Through a series of hands-on activity centers, students will investigate devices that use forces to create controlled movement and develop an understanding of how forces cause movement and changes in movement on the natural and built environment.
6. Maple Syrup/Pioneer Days (March 22 to April 1st, 2010)
Let your class experience the history, production and taste of Maple Syrup. This program starts with an interactive puppet show, followed by a hike through a Niagara Escarpment sugar bush then back to the center for pioneer activities.
Please see our Maple Syrup site for more details.
General Information
Ø All Programs must be reserved in advance and are designed as half-day sessions for a minimum of 12 students and a maximum of 30-40 students.
Ø Two half-day programs make an exciting full-day program.
Ø Program runs rain or shine (unless extreme weather conditions are forecasted).
Ø Supervisors are expected to remain with their group throughout the visit (program/lunch) and are responsible for discipline.
- Hot Dog Lunches! We provide the campfire and cooking sticks. You provide the hot dogs and condiments!
