Agriculture in the Classroom – Pre-primary resources
Pre-primary teachers can apply to receive Agriculture in the Classroom activities. These activities promote learning through interactive play-based activities and a children’s book about caring for animals.
Agriculture in the Classroom resources for pre-primary classes include:
- Little Green Thumbs package – students can make their own root viewer (individual planting pots) and living necklace (seed necklace)
- agriculture and food story blocks to inspire creative storytelling about agriculture and food
- “Care: How to Care for Different Types of Animals” picture book (available in English and French)
These resources are available anytime throughout the year. Teachers can request one copy of the Animal Care book for their class. The other resources can be ordered one per student.
This program is also available in French.
Eligibility
Pre-primary school teachers in Nova Scotia public schools are eligible to apply.
Cost
There is no cost to participate in this program.
How to apply
Complete the application form and email it to the Agricultural Education Office. Staff will review your application within 5 business days and contact you for delivery.
Before you apply
Talk to your school principal and make sure they support your participation.
Apply online
Early Learning (School Based Centres) Early Learning (Regulated Child Care)
Contact Information
Agricultural Education Office
74 Research Dr.
Bible Hill, NS B6L 2R2
Phone: 902-893-6575
Email: ag.education@novascotia.ca