Free curriculum-linked activities using rink and weather data for grades 3-8
The RinkWatch team has developed curriculum-linked activities for using rink and weather data to help teach math and science for grades 3-8. These activities are based on curriculum guides for the province of Ontario, but should be applicable across most provinces and states.
We have deliberately left these documents in MS Word format so that teachers may modify the contents to suit their own individual needs and teaching styles. Our sole request is that teachers provide feedback on the utility of this resource and offer suggestions for improvement via the RinkWatch website.
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Activities for use in Grade 3 math classes to help students develop skills in measuring temperatures, perimeter, volume, mass, and right angles, and in the collection and organization of categorical data.
Fun activities for measuring temperatures and organizing numerical data. Curriculum-linked activities designed specifically for Grade 5 math teachers to engage students with real-world climate data.
Activities for Grade 6 social science classes to explore the influence of climate change on Canadian identity and cultural traditions, with a focus on winter activities and outdoor skating.
Activities to help Grade 7 and 8 students practice critical thinking and cultural analysis. Students are guided in creating a podcast that explores the science and social science of winter sports and activities.
These educational resources are continuously being improved based on teacher feedback and classroom experiences. We encourage educators to share their experiences, suggestions, and modifications to help make these resources even more effective.
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