Going on a Vacation?
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