Join us as we learn all about chromosomal differences! Our friends from To Be Like Me are coming back and this time they will be bringing some friends with chromosomal differences! This event will start with a presentation about chromosomal differences and then introduce learners to real people living with these disabilities. We will end …
Come learn about service dog etiquette, disabilities, and inclusion with Isabella and O'hara! Isabella is a college student and author who happens to be legally blind. Legal blindness means anyone who has a visual acuity of 20/200, or worse, even with corrections. Isabella specializes in helping people learn about service dogs, disabilities, and how to …
Celebrate Pink Shirt Day with a hilarious live virtual experience from ventriloquist Joe Gandelman and Friends! About the Presenter: Joe Gandelman is recognized as one of the top performers in his field. His school assemblies have been highly acclaimed for his Learning Through Laughter technique which uses a big cast of characters generating laughs to …
Join us for a guided art lesson with Coast Salish artist, Andrea Fritz! This class will include a traditional story, drawing practice of the basic Coast Salish shapes, and a guided drawing of an animal from the story! This month's story is called No Reward for Greed and shares the traditional story of Raven Steals …
Join us for a Pow Wow Dance class with Shyama-Priya! We will begin the class with a light yoga warm up. During this class you will learn about each dance style by seeing some pieces of the regalia and participating in each dance style. The styles that we will be exploring will be jingle, grass …
Your brain is just right for you! Dr. Melanie Heyworth will be joining us to read her book, Just Right for You, before speaking about how important it is to celebrate our differences and to accept ourselves and everyone around us, just as they are. She will use her own experience as an Autistic mother of …
Get outside & explore! This virtual event will motivate you and your learners to get out and explore the the wonders of nature, right outside your door! About NatureKids BCThrough a province-wide network of intergenerational nature clubs, citizen science initiatives and NatureWILD magazine, NatureKids BC connects children ages 5-12 with the outdoors to foster a love of …
Have your students heard the term neurodiversity? For this event, Author, Sally J. Pla will be joining us to read her book, Benji, the Bad Day, and Me. In this tender story about siblings, author Sally J. Pla shares her experience of raising sons with different personality traits and needs. Benji, the Bad Day, and Me embraces the …
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What is a tree and how does it work? In this program your students will learn how trees make their own food and how they are part of the soil, air, and water cycles of the temperate rainforest. They will also discover how a diversity of trees and other plants creates habitat for local wildlife. …
The forest has lots to say… if you listen. In this vibrant visit, Kallie will share with students how she was inspired to become an author. She will present her work—books she created in childhood to the published series that she writes today. Students will get a glimpse at her notebooks, crafts she’s created for …
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Join us for this extra special concert and author visit in one! This Earth Month virtual author visit and concert will feature Ginalina – a two time Juno nominated singer-songwriter, international family musician, and distinguished children’s author! The Lively Forest brims with community and connections. So wander, explore, and discover the playful trails. In addition, …
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There are forests in the ocean?!? Help from Kelp! The kelp forests of British Columbia are some of the most diverse and picturesque ecosystems on the planet. Take the plunge into this underwater forest to discover why it’s not just worth keeping for its beauty. Taking inspiration from Indigenous teachings, western science and traditional fishing …