Canada Science and Technology Museum
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<strong>Canada</strong> <strong>Science</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> <strong>Museum</strong><br />
Virtual Programs<br />
Free online classroom<br />
resources for teachers<br />
sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/schoolzone/index.cfm<br />
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Astronomy<br />
Activities for Grades 2 to 12 • Cycle 1 (primary) to<br />
Cycle 2 (secondary)<br />
Discover the wonders of the night sky. Observe how<br />
Earth’s movement influences our daily rituals, the<br />
changing of seasons, <strong>and</strong> the environment as a whole.<br />
Learn about the technologies that make modern<br />
astronomy possible.<br />
Cycle-ology<br />
Activities for Grades 4 to 6 • Cycles 2 <strong>and</strong> 3 (primary)<br />
Explore a variety of scientific concepts by examining<br />
the common bicycle. Discover why <strong>and</strong> how bicycles<br />
have changed over time—evolving from recreational<br />
pastime, to common mode of transportation, to<br />
ultimate fitness machine.<br />
Canadian <strong>Science</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
Engineering Hall of Fame<br />
Activities for Grades 4 to 7 • Cycle 2 (primary) to<br />
Cycle 1 (secondary)<br />
Discover the stories of remarkable Canadians who have<br />
overcome obstacles, making great strides in science<br />
<strong>and</strong> engineering. See how <strong>Canada</strong>’s environment,<br />
culture, <strong>and</strong> heritage have spurred technological <strong>and</strong><br />
scientific achievements.<br />
Weather Wise<br />
Activities for Grades 4 to 7 • Cycle 2 (primary) to<br />
Cycle 1 (secondary)<br />
Increase your awareness of global warming’s<br />
consequences. Explore common elements of weather, the<br />
greenhouse effect, <strong>and</strong> climate change. Discover how you<br />
can help to slow the production of greenhouse gases, <strong>and</strong><br />
the resulting environmental damage.<br />
Transportation, Energy, <strong>and</strong><br />
the Environment<br />
Activities for Grades 9 to 12 • Cycle 2 (secondary)<br />
Put scientific <strong>and</strong> technological theory into practice.<br />
Engage with contemporary issues surrounding<br />
transportation <strong>and</strong> energy. This program was developed<br />
in partnership with Transport <strong>Canada</strong>’s ecoTECHNOLOGY<br />
for Vehicles program.<br />
Check out free online resources offered<br />
by affiliate <strong>Museum</strong>s:<br />
<strong>Canada</strong> Agriculture <strong>Museum</strong><br />
agriculture.technomuses.ca/english/schoolprograms/index.cfm<br />
<strong>Canada</strong> Aviation <strong>and</strong> Space <strong>Museum</strong><br />
aviation.technomuses.ca/schoolzone/teacher_info<br />
sciencetech.technomuses.ca
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