This activity allows students to move around and have conversations with one another regarding energy flow. It also reinforces the law of conservation of energy. 

Energy Flow Scavenger Hunt

Teacher Notes

Students will represent carbon. The hoops/areas will represent places carbon is stored. Like musical chairs, students will mingle about until the music stops, then rush to find a home. Each hoop will hold only a limited number of students; those without a hoop are forced into the atmosphere. Amounts of carbon stored in various locations will vary. 

Carbon Cycle Musical Chairs

Teacher Notes

Students will arrange the hexagons in a way that they connect with each other. They will take part in a gallery walk and explain the connections to other groups, along with a written explanation. The goal of the activity is to promote conversation about these key terms and how they connect. This would encourage critical thinking, a deep level of understanding of the terms and how they all connect.

Students can learn about the different ecosystems found in Bkejwanong through this video done by the eco-education coordinator, environment officer, greenhouse coordinator and junior evironmentalist at the Walpole Island Heritage Centre. There is a handout that goes along with the video.