EARTH RANGERS<\/h3>\nCanadian Kids Get a Close Up Look at Forest Birds and Learn Why Forests Are a Way of Life<\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Earth Rangers School Assembly Program Delivery<\/p>\n
Why this project matters<\/p>\n
Earth Rangers\u2019 School Assembly Program is an extremely successful program, reaching nearly 250,000 students in grades 1-6, in a single school year. The program delivers a dynamic, fun and interactive presentation, consisting of a high-quality, curriculum-linked assembly using positive, science-based information to educate children about the importance of protecting biodiversity while highlighting diverse conservation initiatives across Canada.<\/p>\n
The Earth Rangers School Assembly is not a one-off experience, but an inspirational introduction to a program that encourages lasting engagement. The biggest differentiator between it and other environmental education programs is the follow-up component of becoming a member, completely free of charge. The Earth Rangers Membership Program provides students with an engaging online experience and tangible activities that make an impact on real-life conservation projects and environmental initiatives. To participate in the membership program, students visit\u00a0EarthRangers.com<\/a>\u00a0and register to become an Earth Ranger. Teachers can also continue to engage their classes in environmental education by accessing our classroom activities and curriculum resources.<\/p>\nWhy is SFI involved?<\/p>\n
Through youth education, Earth Rangers is effectively reaching kids across Canada with important messages about forest protection. The SFI segment in our 2017-18 assembly teaches students about the vital work SFI-supported scientists are undertaking in the boreal forest.<\/p>\n
The segment also gives students the proper context for why balanced forest management is necessary, explaining how forests are both important wildlife habitat but are also necessary for building things like homes and schools and for making products like paper and pencils. Presenters then provide interesting details about the SFI-supported Boreal Avian Modeling Project, giving insight into the varied and unexpected habitat types that different bird species prefer.<\/p>\n
How the project builds SFI community engagement<\/p>\n
SFI will ensure Canadian SFI Implementation Committees are aware of Earth Rangers\u2019 work and build connections for future collaboration opportunities. As with any environmental education program, SFI will also work closely with Earth Rangers to determine opportunities for future Project Learning Tree collaboration in Canada. SFI will also work with Earth Rangers to develop online materials related to the grant project, SFI, well-managed forests, and biodiversity.<\/p>\n
Partners<\/p>\n
This partnership includes educators and forestry professionals.<\/p>\n
\n- Project lead: Earth Rangers<\/li>\n
- Sustainable Forestry Initiative<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Related information<\/p>\n
\n- Earth Rangers Canada’s work, including their Bring Back the Wild program, was featured in\u00a0The Hamilton Spectator<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Project Learning Tree<\/a>, an SFI program, is an award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators, parents, and community leaders working with youth from preschool through grade 12.<\/li>\n
- SFI connects youth to forests through education (project highlights<\/a>).<\/li>\n
- Nature Conservancy of Canada, Earth Rangers and SFI Want to Make Life Less Scary for Amphibians at Halloween and All Year Round (media release<\/a>).<\/li>\n
- The Boreal Avian Modelling Project<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Earth Rangers School Assembly Program Delivery<\/p>\n
Why this project matters<\/p>\n
Earth Rangers\u2019 School Assembly Program is an extremely successful program, reaching nearly 250,000 students in grades 1-6, in a single school year. The program delivers a dynamic, fun and interactive presentation, consisting of a high-quality, curriculum-linked assembly using positive, science-based information to educate children about the importance of protecting biodiversity while highlighting diverse conservation initiatives across Canada.<\/p>\n
The Earth Rangers School Assembly is not a one-off experience, but an inspirational introduction to a program that encourages lasting engagement. The biggest differentiator between it and other environmental education programs is the follow-up component of becoming a member, completely free of charge. The Earth Rangers Membership Program provides students with an engaging online experience and tangible activities that make an impact on real-life conservation projects and environmental initiatives. To participate in the membership program, students visit\u00a0EarthRangers.com<\/a>\u00a0and register to become an Earth Ranger. Teachers can also continue to engage their classes in environmental education by accessing our classroom activities and curriculum resources.<\/p>\n Why is SFI involved?<\/p>\n Through youth education, Earth Rangers is effectively reaching kids across Canada with important messages about forest protection. The SFI segment in our 2017-18 assembly teaches students about the vital work SFI-supported scientists are undertaking in the boreal forest.<\/p>\n The segment also gives students the proper context for why balanced forest management is necessary, explaining how forests are both important wildlife habitat but are also necessary for building things like homes and schools and for making products like paper and pencils. Presenters then provide interesting details about the SFI-supported Boreal Avian Modeling Project, giving insight into the varied and unexpected habitat types that different bird species prefer.<\/p>\n How the project builds SFI community engagement<\/p>\n SFI will ensure Canadian SFI Implementation Committees are aware of Earth Rangers\u2019 work and build connections for future collaboration opportunities. As with any environmental education program, SFI will also work closely with Earth Rangers to determine opportunities for future Project Learning Tree collaboration in Canada. SFI will also work with Earth Rangers to develop online materials related to the grant project, SFI, well-managed forests, and biodiversity.<\/p>\n Partners<\/p>\n This partnership includes educators and forestry professionals.<\/p>\n Related information<\/p>\n\n
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