Some Old Toys are Ready for a New Story
The Grade 5 and 6 students in Mr. Geddis’ class recently had to say goodbye to a once-loved toy, but in return, they got to welcome a new favourite into their homes!
Beyond Recycling
We love Water!
We started our lesson today about how much we love water. Sienna said ‘I love that water can make ice, and then I can figure skate on it.‘ Other students chimed in with comments about swimming the summer, watering our food, drinking a cold glass of water and more. Braxton said ‘I love ice fishing‘. … Continued
Handmade with Love: Our Valentine’s Paper-Making Project
When Valentine’s Day approached, the students were able to revisit the paper they had created months before. Instead of reaching for brand-new sheets, they chose to use something they had made themselves, something that once lived as scrap paper in their classroom.
Waste diversion programs at the Creston Landfill!
Today Mrs. Cooper’s gr 4/5 class spent a chilly morning exploring the Creston Landfill. The students saw the recycling area first. This is where people drop off cardboard, glass, aluminum and plastic containers. These materials are then transported in big bales and made into new products. Recycling keeps these valuable materials out of the landfill. … Continued
How upcycling can plant a tree!
Mrs. Stienstras grade 6/7 class were very interested in the concept of upcycling after our first few lessons in Beyond Recycling. They loved the idea of creating something new and useful out of something old and destined for the landfill. Valican Whole Community Center was throwing out their old chairs so the students made a … Continued
Trash to Treasure to H.E.L.P. a Honduran student!
The Gr. 5/6 class at Twin Rivers Elementary did a trash to treasure fundraiser to raise funds for students in Honduras. The teacher Curt Kutschera, has raised money for this cause before but usually does it with a bake sale. Students brought in items they made from materials they had around their homes, or brought … Continued
Waste and Good Food; A day of full circle learning!
Field trips are all about hands on learning and having fun in new environments and that is exactly what two classes from Robson Community School and Twin Rivers Elementary school experienced recently. Each class started out the day by visiting the Ootischenia landfill where they learned about how our everyday waste can be diverted at … Continued
For the love of water
This week at Canyon Lister Elementary School and Adam Robertson Elementary School, we made many water connections. We started with gratitude for water. “I love that water makes ice, and I can play hockey on it” said Emmett. Brinely said “I love how refreshing water is”. Other students loved water for cooking, swimming, playing in … Continued
Do soccer balls come from the Kootenays?
Did you know that 2,500 pencils come from the average cedar tree, and six different raw materials are needed to make a pop can? Twin River Gr. 5 students wrapped up their “Lifecycle of Stuff” lessons with group presentations this week. Each group gave a very though and unique power point presentation explaining the five … Continued
How wonderful the world is!
The gr. 7 class at Webster Elementary School embarked on their final few lessons in Beyond Recycling. Students focused on how wonderful our world is by looking at our similarities with Nature and the ecosystems that support us. This lesson is all about positivity and being amazed with our natural world. Outside games included students … Continued