Bird Word Search

Bird Identification

Name: Use a field guide or app to help you identify the birds in the pictures below. Write their names in the spaces provided. A list of possible birds has been provided at the bottom of the sheet to help you.

Black-capped Chickadee

Black-billed Magpie

Great-horned Owl

Killdeer

House Wren

House Sparrow

Crow

White-breasted Nuthatch Downy Woodpecker

Ruffed Grouse

Blue Jay

Yellow Warbler

Red-tailed Hawk

American Robin

Red-winged Blackbird

NOTE: there are more names than pictures. Be careful with your choices!

Image Citations:

1 Ian Kirk from Broadstone, Dorset, UK, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

2 Pierre-Selim, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

3 DaPuglet, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

4 Ken Thomas, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

5 Channel City Camera Club from Santa Barbara, US, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

6 USFWSmidwest, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

7 Fryderyk Supinski, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

8 Mdf, CC BY-SA 3.0 <http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/>, via Wikimedia Commons

9<https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

10 Francesco Veronesi from Italy, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

11 en:User:Mdf, CC BY-SA 3.0 <http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/>, via Wikimedia Commons

12 gary_leavens, CC BY-SA 2.0

<https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

Insect Identification

Insects (and other creatures) of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas

Worksheet

Name: Answer key

Use a field guide or app to help you identify the arthropods in the pictures below. Write their names in the spaces provided. A list of possible creatures has been provided at the bottom of the sheet to help you.

Centipede orb spider ladybug

Honeybee bumble bee woodland skipper

Funnel spider millipede western yellowjacket

Black swallowtail butterfly monarch butterfly

Image Citations:

1 User:Charlesjsharp, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

2 Alvesgaspar, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

3 User:Fir0002, GFDL 1.2 <http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/fdl-1.2.html>, via Wikimedia Commons

4 Davefoc, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

5 Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

6 https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com/2017/03/13/learn-about-butterflies-day-march-14/#jp-carousel-5967

7 Joseph Berger, CC BY 3.0 US <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/us/deed.en>, via Wikimedia Commons

8 Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) photo credit William Warby

9 Richard Bartz, Munich Makro Freak & Beemaster Hubert Seibring,., CC BY-SA 2.5 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5>, via Wikimedia Commons

10 Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

11 Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

In conclusion, the "ExploringtheWildwoodsofSaskatoon: TheEcologyofaPlantedForest" workbook package is a remarkable environmental learning tool that showcases the rich biodiversity discoveries to be had at Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and George Genereux Urban Regional Park. This initiative made possible through the Government of Canada's Environment and Climate Change, Climate Action and Awareness Fund, brings awareness to the impacts of climate change and empowers Canadians to take action to support Canada's climate goals. By increasing awareness, engagement, and building capacity for action on climate change, we can all play our part in protecting our environment for future generations. Let us continue to explore the wonders of afforestation and nature-based solutions to combat climate change. Brought to you by the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.

Survey

We would like to thank you for using the "Exploring the Wildwoods of Saskatoon: The Ecology of a Planted Forest" place-based natural science education workbook package. As an environmental charity, the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas are interested in finding out the challenges and successes of implementing science education and place-based learning. We also aim to gain an understanding of ecological literacy education from those who are currently undertaking it. To achieve this, we are conducting a follow-up survey for individuals who have used the workbook package.

We would be pleased if you could take some time to share your experience by participating in this survey. Your participation in this survey is entirely voluntary and your responses will be kept confidential. The survey should take no more than 10-15 minutes to complete, and your responses will be used for research purposes only. Thank you in advance for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We appreciate your support in our efforts to promote environmental education and awareness.

Reply to Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas friendsafforestation@gmail.com

1. Did you find the "ExploringtheWildwoodsofSaskatoon: TheEcologyofa PlantedForest" activity workbook project to be engaging and informative?

2. What motivated you to use the "ExploringtheWildwoodsofSaskatoon: The EcologyofaPlantedForest" activity workbook project?

3. Did you find the content of the activity workbook project to be appropriate for you?

4. Which activities in the workbook did you find most helpful or informative?

5. Did you encounter any challenges or benefits while implementing the activities in the workbook? If so, what were they?

6. Do you think the activity workbook project was effective in raising awareness about the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas and biodiversity?

7. Did you have any suggestions for improving the activity workbook project?

8. Have you ever visited the Saskatoon afforestation areas before? If so, what did you learn from the experience?

9. How important do you think afforestation is for the environment and for our communities?

10.Did the "ExploringtheWildwoodsofSaskatoon: TheEcologyofaPlanted Forest"activity workbook project inspire you to take any actions to promote forests, trees, and afforestation in your community?

11.Have you ever used an ecological literacy natural science education workbook before?

12.What collaborations did you have with the community to run a successful placebased program?

13.What communication strategies did you use to run the field-based program? (With parents, students, administrators, families, etc.)

14.What do you see as the primary benefits of outdoor education in general?

15.Can you share a success story from your experience with environmental education?

16.What advice would you give to other educators or organizations interested in implementing a place-based approach to teaching afforestation or other environmental topics?

Poster

Pied-billedGrebecourtesyNickSaunders

Try the self-guided GPS smartphone Prairie Forest Guide tour https://pfg.friendsareas.ca/

Download full size Afforestation Area Poster Page 96 (back cover)

Arrange for a tour, field trip or Bio-Blitz in the afforestation areas by contacting the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas. friendsafforestation@gmail.com http://friendsareas.ca stbarbebaker.wordpress.com

Notes to Parents and Educators

The activities in this workbook are directed primarily to complete the following outcomes in the Saskatchewan Curriculum:

Science 6 Life Science: Diversity of Living Things

Science 7 Life Science: Interactions within Ecosystems

Science 7 Physical Science: Mixtures and Solutions

Science: Earth and Space Science: Water Systems on Earth

Science 10: Climate and Ecosystem Dynamics

Environmental Science 20: Terrestrial Systems

Environmental Science 20: Aquatic Systems

Biology 30: Life and Evolution

Biology 30: Organization of Life

While this material is mainly science focused, a visit to the afforestation areas can also be used to complete outcomes in arts education, language arts and physical education and wellness. Afforestation workbook pdf https://bit.ly/3n07KGD(Not for resale)