St Aiden’s
Homeschool
Free Pollinator
Curriculum
Recommended
Website:
NAPPC: Pollinator Curriculum
http://www.nappc.
This website offers
a FREE, printable "Comprehensive Pollinator Curriculum for Grades
3-6."
What's a
pollinator?
Birds, bees, bats, butterflies, moths, beetles, mosquitoes and other insects and
animals are all pollinators -- even the wind acts as a pollinator. Pollinators transfer the pollen from one
flower to another of the same species leading to fertilization that results in fruit and seed production.
About 80% of the world's fruit and vegetable crops require pollination. It is
essential for plant reproduction.
Summertime is the perfect time of year to observe the pollination process in your
own backyard, garden, neighbourhood, or local park. To
better understand what is taking place, the curriculum at this website offers
detailed scientific information and an array of educational activities that
include:
*The Who, What & Why of Pollinators
*Pollinators and Plants In Partnership
*Creating and Finding Pollinator-Friendly Habitats in Your Area
You'll find community service projects as well as resources and links to more
information.
When you are through exploring the curriculum, to find an astounding array of
information on pollinators and pollination that is suitable for a variety of
age/grade ranges visit:
http://www.pollinat
Click on "Useful Resources" on the menu to find links to even more
lesson plans and suggested activities. You can also click on "Great Free
Pollinator Items" to find out how to order a free garden wheel and
pollinator posters.
(The items are free, but you must pay the shipping fee.)