One Life to Live
Grades 3-7 | 1.5 hours Students will explore biodiversity and the interconnectedness of life by comparing structures and behaviours of local animals and plants in different habitats and communities. Students will participate in hands on activities and use museum specimens to learn about adaptations and relationships. Curriculum Links Grade 4: compare structures and behaviours of […]
Self-Led Visits
All grades | Flexible length Note: Self-led visits are available Tuesday through Sunday throughout the year and additionally Mondays during summer hours, between Victoria Day and Thanksgiving Day, inclusive. Explore the museum’s six collections at your own pace and with your own focus. Teachers are welcome to design and lead their own lessons or to […]
Discovering Plants
Grades 2-4 | 1.5 hours Plants are all around us and play an essential role in the lives of many living things – including ours! Students will investigate plant parts, life cycles, and discover the relationships between plants and other living things. Focusing on flowering plants, your class will explore the herbarium, get hands on […]
Observing Nature
Grades K-7 | 1.5 hours Note: We recommend planning an extra half hour for journaling and exploration after the lesson. Explore the museum’s collections through activities that will develop observational, recording, and sharing skills. Students will create several nature journal entries, reinforcing the scientific importance of keeping good notes and clear drawings. If your class […]
Beasts Big and Small
Grades K-2 | 1.5 hours Students explore the concept of biodiversity by comparing and contrasting museum specimens. Using their senses to make observations, they will begin to classify familiar animals according to similarities and differences in appearance, behaviour, and life histories. Students will examine a variety of specimens, including insects and birds, and participate in […]
Sketching
All grades | 1.5 hours Life is diverse, exciting, and incredibly beautiful. During this program, your class will have the opportunity to touch and observe museum specimens while practicing sketching and drawing skills. We will pull out specimens and stories focused on BC Biodiversity, including familiar neighbours from the lower mainland. There is no need […]