Climate and Ecosystem Dynamics
Outcomes
SCI10-CD1
Assess the implications of human actions on the local and global climate and the sustainability of ecosystems.
SCI10-CD2
Investigate factors that influence Earth's climate system, including the role of the natural greenhouse effect.
SCI10-CD3
Examine biodiversity through the analysis of interactions among populations within communities.
SCI10-CD4
Investigate the role of feedback mechanisms in biogeochemical cycles and in maintaining stability in ecosystems.
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R009254
Muskrats and Fire
Muskrats and Fire, written by Renée Carrière in collaboration with Charlebois Community School students in Cumberland House, provides a personal account of their journey to answer the question: Where have all the muskrats gone? The book weaves historical and present-day teachings shared by community Knowledge Keepers with the Saskatchewan K-12 curriculum. Stories centre around one Cree dialect and the cultural experiences of a specific community. It is not meant to encompass all Indigenous co...
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: April 9, 2019
R007221
Adapting to Our Changing Climate in Canada Poster
This poster will help students learn more about our changing climate, the impacts it's having and how Canadians are adapting.
Media and Formats : Other
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
R049936
Addicted to Plastic
This feature-length documentary is an investigation to find out what we really know about plastics and why there is so much plastic in our world. The video illustrates their toxic legacy and showcases the men and women dedicated to developing solutions to plastic pollution.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: July 10, 2019
R034726
Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections
Nelson Science 10: Concepts and Connections was listed in the bibliography of resources to support Science 10 in 2005 and its components continue to be applicable for supporting the Science 10 (2014) curriculum.
•  Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections. Student Record of Learning
•  Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections. Student Text
•  Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections. Teacher's Resource
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: October 14, 2019
R052013
Below Zero
Below Zero is an instructional resource for educators teaching about natural resources within winter and frozen environments. Designed to complement the Project WILD Activity Guide, the activities in Below Zero promote awareness, knowledge, skills and responsible behaviour towards wildlife in winter environments. The activity guide contains four sections: Awareness and Appreciation, Habitat and Ecological Principles, Adaptation and Responsible Human Actions. Teachers are encouraged to select ...
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : Free to workshop participants
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R101416
BC Science 10. Student Edition
This textbook, designed for the British Columbia science curriculum, provides support for Climate Change, Ecosystems, and Chemical Reactions outcomes, as well as moderate support for the Force and Motion in our World outcomes of the renewed Saskatchewan Science 10 curriculum. This resource includes strategies for a variety of learners, hand-on activities, and web-based content.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $90.74
Record posted/updated: August 29, 2019
R038760
Native Plants, Water and Us!
This booklet offers general information on aquatic ecosystems, their functions and the important roles that native plants play within them. This resource focuses on aquatic ecosystems and the associated native vegetation in an agricultural context. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, lists of resources and Saskatchewan contacts.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : Contact the NPSS for a free copy
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R014755
Argument-Driven Inquiry in Earth and Space Science: Lab Investigations for Grades 6-10
This resource provides Earth Science lab investigations that include background information, activities, student handouts and checkout questions. The activities promote scientific literacy by promoting the scientific method of asking a question, supporting it with evidence to make a claim and defend a position.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $50.35 USD
Record posted/updated: March 2, 2022
R043349
Grasslands
This video program explores the characteristics of a grassland biome. It illustrates the effect of climate on soil type, vegetation and wildlife. Abiotic and biotic factors are introduced and a straightforward demonstration clarifies their relationship. The program addresses agricultural practices that support or destroy grassland habitats. Plant adaptations and food chains are also discussed. Teachers may wish to use other programs from the Biomes of the World in Action series. Program tit...
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.99
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R016927
Newfoundland and Labrador Science 10
This textbook consists of four units: Weather Dynamics, Chemical Reactions, Motion and Sustainability of Ecosystems. Each unit begins with preparatory questions and a launch of inquiry questions and ends with unit summary questions. There are investigation and project ideas throughout the resource. Many examples of concepts are specific to Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $66.95
Record posted/updated: March 4, 2022
R034725
Nelson Science 10
Nelson Science 10 was listed in the bibliography of resources to support Science 10 in 2005 and its components continue to be applicable for supporting the Science 10 (2014) curriculum.
•  Nelson Science 10. Colour Transparencies
•  Nelson Science 10. Computerized Assessment Bank
•  Nelson Science 10. Student Text
•  Nelson Science 10. Teacher's Resource Package
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: October 14, 2019
R022482
The Changing Climate and Environment of Western Canada
Produced by the University of Saskatchewan and the Changing Cold Regions Network, this short documentary focuses on how the climate and environment in Western Canada's cold interior are changing and will continue to change in the 21st century.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: March 2, 2022
R102105
Manitoba Science 10
This textbook consists of four units: Dynamics of Ecosystems, Chemistry in Action, In Motion and Weather Dynamics. Each unit begins with preparatory questions and a launch of inquiry questions and ends with unit summary questions. There are investigation and project ideas throughout the resource. Many examples of concepts are specific to Manitoba and Canada.
•  Manitoba Science 10. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $93.95
Record posted/updated: March 4, 2022
R101320
Nelson Science Perspectives 10. Student Edition
This textbook provides support for the Climate Change and Chemical Reactions outcomes, but does not provide support for the Force and Motion in Our World or Ecosystems outcomes. Each of the resource's five units is introduced by a photograph that connects the big ideas of the unit to the real world. Some of the features of the resource include: STSE (Science-Technology-Society-Environment) articles, concept maps, sample problems, investigations and activities, reading and writing strategies a...
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•  Nelson Science Perspectives 10. ExamView Test Bank
•  Nelson Science Perspectives 10. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book Other
Price : $85.95
Record posted/updated: November 5, 2021
R103288
Process of Science. Teacher's Kit
This Perimeter Institute kit uses student activities to highlight the creative, inquisitive, communicative and collaborative aspects of the scientific process. Perimeter Institute kits are available free of charge; this kit includes a teacher's guide, 8 photo cards, a DVD with short videos that support the activities and a CD-ROM with editable versions of the students worksheets found in the guide.
Media and Formats : Kit
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: November 25, 2018
R071658
Interdependence
Scientists in various fields of life science explain the flow of energy through an ecosystem. They discuss biotic and abiotic factors, as well as the roles of producers and consumers. The DVD encourages viewers to consider the impact of humans on ecosystems and on biogeochemical cycles such as the carbon cycle, the nitrogen cycle, the phosphorous cycle and the hydrological cycle.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $149.00
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R071711
Saskatchewan's Native Prairie: Taking Stock of a Vanishing Ecosystem and Dwindling Resource
This booklet presents information on Saskatchewan's native prairie. It briefly examines the impact of settlement on the region and the importance of the prairie landscape to culture and heritage. Maps, charts and graphs, focusing on the southern half of the province, illustrate prairie ecoregions, vegetation cover and soil capability. Threats to the prairie landscape are identified, as well as conservation initiatives. Numerous sources of additional information are provided.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R054292
Blue Sky Dreaming
What does carbon neutrality really mean? This episode of Earth Report highlights four countries and many corporations that are pledging to go carbon neutral. One such country is New Zealand which plans to be the first country to create a completely carbon neutral economy. Their 2020 target includes ambitious plans to radically reduce greenhouse gas emissions by increasing renewable power generation and switching to sustainable transport like electric cars.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R049477
Gulf Stream and the Next Ice Age
Could Dublin's climate ever resemble that of Spitzberg in the Arctic Ocean or could London one day be as cold as Siberia? Is there an "Achilles' Heel" in Europe's climate? Would we face a catastrophe if the warm, strong currents of the Gulf Stream stopped flowing? Gulf Stream and the Next Ice Age is an odyssey that takes us from Europe to America in search of an answer to these questions. In France, Scotland and Norway, we take a look at how Europe's coastal population depends on the Gulf Str...
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $90.00
Record posted/updated: December 26, 2018
R103628
Exploring Earth Science (2nd ed.)
This well-illustrated resource explores topics related to all of the outcomes in Earth Science 30, as well as some of the outcomes in Environmental Science 20 and Science 10. Each concept is presented in a two-page spread that concludes with Before You Leave This Page notes to summarize and to expand upon the text. This international student edition incorporates examples from Canada and around the world to illustrate the concepts.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $119.95
Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
R041220
Project WILD Activity Guide
The 2002 Project WILD Activity Guide features activities designed to develop awareness, knowledge, skills and the environment. Through many of the activities, students are engaged in informed decision making in which they consider the impact of their actions on the ecosystem. Each multigrade activity includes objectives, method, background information, materials and procedures, as well as extension and evaluation ideas. The activity guide contains seven sections: Awareness and Appreciation; D...
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : Free to workshop participants
Record posted/updated: July 31, 2019
R102522
Biodiversity in Crisis
This Canadian resource from the Issues 21 series examines topics in biodiversity from a variety of perspectives. The series uses an inquiry-based, interdisciplinary approach to encourage students to investigate issues that affect their lives. Each title in the series is available in packages of either 6 or 16 books, including a teacher's guide with suggestions to support students in the inquiry process, assessment ideas and interdisciplinary connections.
Media and Formats : Book Kit
Price : \$154.50 (6-pack)/\$340.00 (16-pack)
Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
R040816
Saskatchewan Native Wildlife Series
The posters in the Saskatchewan Native Wildlife Series feature illustrations of the diverse wildlife found in our province. Information about each animal, including physical features, food, habitat and babies, are provided on the poster as well as in accompanying notes for educators. Individual titles in the series include: Grouse, Partridge and Pheasants of Saskatchewan; Wild Cats and Dogs of Saskatchewan; Wild Hoofed Animals of Saskatchewan; Wild Rabbits and Hare, Big Rodents and Bear of Sa...
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Media and Formats : Other
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: December 9, 2018
R053834
Investigating Science 10. Student Edition
This textbook, developed to support the Ontario Science 10 curriculum, provides support for the Chemical Reactions and Climate Change outcomes, but does not provide support for the Saskatchewan Science 10 outcomes of Force and Motion in our World or Ecosystems. The resource is structured using big ideas and enduring understandings, and includes many STSE (Science-Technology-Society-Environment) connections and real-world examples. The resource includes easy-to-teach labs and activities. This ...
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $96.87
Record posted/updated: August 28, 2019
R007066
Climate Change - Evaluating Information Sources
This lesson plan teaches students to sort through various perspectives in their information sources, using careful research and critical thinking.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: March 19, 2019
R007143
CurioCity Educator Resources
This website offers a compilation of resources including articles, videos, projects and activities.
Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: March 7, 2022
R010724
The Environment and You (3rd ed.)
This textbook presents environmental challenges and the role that science plays in problem solving and solutions that result in humans living more sustainably and making conscious efforts towards reducing the impact on Earth. Many visual supports such as pictures, graphs and diagrams are included.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $179.99 USD
Record posted/updated: March 2, 2022
R053896
The Agri-Environment. Exploring a Healthy Relationship with the Land: An Educational Resource for Environmental Sciences 20
This inquiry-based resource uses hands-on experiments to help students explore the pressures facing the agriculture industry to meet increasing demands for food while sustaining a healthy relationship with the land. The kit includes the materials needed for the experiments, such as: soil samples, pH chambers and testing capsules and aluminum pans.
Media and Formats : Kit
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: April 30, 2019
R009724
Planet X: 'Out of This World' Opportunities in Agriculture and Food
This lesson focuses on the many professions within the agriculture and food sector. Students will gain appreciation and knowledge of the multitude of professions that exist within this realm, while also understanding the importance of every day food production and sustainability to the global population.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: May 29, 2019
R003028
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Online enables you to connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps. It enables you to work with smart, data-driven styles and intuitive analysis tools that deliver location intelligence. It also enables the user to share insights with the world or specific groups. The website contains a tutorial, links to suggested subjects and projects, lesson plans and activities.
Media and Formats : Video Website
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022