I often get asked if there is anything that the students can do when going on vacation. First of all, if you’re going on a vacation, make sure to enjoy it by relaxing, seeing the local sites, and going on adventures together! However, here are some options if you’re looking for something different 🙂

Science

• Study the animals of the area: life cycles, habitat, adaptations, environmental conditions
• Observe the flora and fauna of the region

Social Studies

• Compare and contrast the area with your home community
• Visit a museum
• Research information on your vacation spot
• Plot the trip on a map
• Make a travel brochure

Math

• Build sand castles incorporating geometric shapes
• Create and solve word problems
• Count and handle the local currency
• Keep track of the number of miles you’ve travelled
• Keep a record of the daily temperatures and compare with home temperatures

  Language Learning

• Keep a journal or diary of your trip
• Read a few good books for pleasure, perhaps of local folklore and legends
• Learn a few words in the local language
• Interview people from the area
• Read brochures about the area
• Write postcards to the class ( ________, c/o Prairie Waters Elementary, 201 Invermere Drive, Chestermere, AB, T1X 1M6)
• Prepare a talk about the trip for the class
• Watch a local news program and record the 5 W’s of local issues
• Read!  Read!  Read!

Art

• Take photos of your trip
• Sketch drawings

Physical Education

• Walk, run, swim, bike ride, ski, skate, – be active!
• Learn some local games to teach the class

Health

• Make note of the local vegetables, fruits and other foods and dishes
• Keep track of all the different jobs people do to get you to and from your destination.
• Observe the local living conditions

Wishing you a wonderful, safe, fun holiday and looking forward to your return!

Mrs. Plett