How do plants have an impact on society and the environment? What impact does human activity have on plants and plant habitats? Students will assess the impact of human activity on plants and vice versa, investigate the similarities and differences in the characteristics of various plants, and ways in which the characteristics of plants relate to the environment in which they grow. Consisting of a guided hike, students will investigate ways in which a variety of plants adapt and/or react to their environment. In addition, we will explore one of the major threats to the natural areas of the Rouge Park: invasion of exotic species.  

Target Audience: Grade 3 (Age 8-9).  

Offered: March 1st - November 30th

Program Length: Full Day - generally 3.5 hrs (10AM-1:30 PM) unless otherwise noted. Students will have lunch by the river.  
 

Overall Goals

1. assess ways in which plants have an impact on society and the environment, and ways in which human activity has an impact on plants and plant habitats;

2. investigate similarities and differences in the characteristics of various plants, and ways in which the characteristics of plants relate to the environment in which they grow;

3. demonstrate an understanding that plants grow and change and have distinct characteristics.