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At St. Leonard Catholic School, we use Google Classroom to support our students' use of technology and to differentiate their learning. Each teacher manages a Google Classroom for their students, using it to post announcements, share links, and distribute assignments efficiently. I will leverage Google Classroom to provide individualized practice in Science while organizing entire units of study into structured, accessible modules.
- Ms. Fyfe
Check Out Our Class Socials!
Check Out Our Class Socials!
Take a peek at what we are up to in Science class by searching for @HFLearn on Twitter and Instagram. We are proud of our work and look forward to sharing our learning with you.
As a friendly reminder, we have several students in our science classes with severe allergies, so please ensure that all daily snacks and lunches brought into the lab are completely nut-free.
Additionally, if you would like to send in a few optional supplies for your child in our science classrooms, we would greatly appreciate:
Pencil crayons
Fine-tip Sharpie markers
Lined looseleaf paper (for science duotangs)
Please note: these supply items are purely optional extras and are not required.
The Great Outdoors Lab!
The Great Outdoors Lab!
In alignment with Ottawa Catholic School Board initiatives such as the Outdoor Learning Spaces Initiative and the OCSB Eco-Framework, whenever possible, our science classes will be held outdoors!
Taking learning beyond the four walls of the classroom connects students to the natural environment, deepens their understanding through hands-on, inquiry-based scientific exploration, and builds meaningful connections to the land. Outdoor learning enhances mental well-being, improves focus, and allows students to engage their senses directly with the world around them, whether we are testing physical forces on the school grounds or investigating local habitats firsthand.
How to Help Your Child Prepare for Outdoor Learning
Because we aim to utilize our outdoor space throughout all four seasons, please help us keep your child comfortable, safe, and ready to explore by considering the following:
Dress in Layers: Ottawa weather changes quickly! Wearing comfortable, breathable layers allows students to adjust as temperatures shift throughout the day.
Weather-Appropriate Outerwear:
Fall & Spring: Rain jackets, waterproof boots/rainboots, and hats on wet or windy days.
Winter: Warm winter coats, insulated waterproof boots, snow pants, toque, and waterproof gloves or mittens (packing an extra pair of dry socks in their backpack is always a great idea!).
Sun & Bug Protection: On warmer, sunnier days, please apply sunscreen before school and consider sending a sun hat.
Sensible Footwear: Running shoes or sturdy boots are essential for safety when navigating grass, gravel, mud, or snow during outdoor experiments.
Resources
Resources
Here is a curated list of kid-friendly, Ontario-curriculum aligned science websites and digital resources:
What it offers: Direct Ontario curriculum-aligned activities, instructional videos, and digital games sorted by grade and strand.
Best for: Self-guided learning, unit reviews, and interactive games tied directly to classroom concepts.
What it offers: Free videos and games based on popular Canadian educational shows like Science Max and Leo’s FishHeads.
Best for: Grade 4–6 students exploring topics like simple machines, energy, ecosystems, and space.
Science North Educational Resources
What it offers: Student-friendly experiments, videos hosted by "Bluecoat" scientists, and interactive STEM challenges developed specifically for the Ontario curriculum.
Best for: Hands-on activity ideas, local environmental science, and coding/STEM projects.
General STEM & Inquiry Resources
What it offers: High-quality articles, videos, and interactive games covering animal habitats, rocks and minerals, and space.
Best for: Research projects, life systems, and Earth/space strands.
What it offers: Interactive games, hands-on activities, and simple explanations exploring weather, space, and environmental science.
Best for: Earth and space systems, conservation, and weather/climate units.
PhET Interactive Simulations (University of Colorado)
What it offers: Free interactive math and science simulations (e.g., building simple circuits, investigating states of matter, exploring forces and motion).
Best for: Matter & Energy and Structures & Mechanisms strands.
Global Sustainability & Citizenship
The World’s Largest Lesson (UN Sustainable Development Goals)
What it offers: Free downloadable comic books, animated videos, interactive games, and student action guides designed to introduce children to the 17 UN Global Goals.
Best for: Linking science concepts (e.g., climate action, biodiversity, clean water, and renewable energy) to real-world global issues and environmental stewardship.
UN Sustainable Development Goals – Student Zone
What it offers: Child-friendly descriptions of each goal, interactive quizzes, and the "Go Goals!" printable board game.
Best for: Researching human impact on ecosystems, resource conservation, and social/environmental responsibilities.
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