Dandelions! Friend or Foe (Eng/ Fr)

by Royal Botanical Gardens (Canada)

Dandelions… some people may see them on their lawn with mixed feelings, but these are amazing, super resilient, and useful plants! Explore how they survive in so many environments and how people use them. Don’t forget to pick a couple of plants, roots and all, to use during the presentation!

This program is
offered in both English and French. If you would like it in French, please note
that in the Comment box of the Request form.

Program Rating

based on 2 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $150.00

Fee: Regular price: $150
Canadian schools and groups will pay in Canadian dollars (CAD).
American and other international schools and groups will pay in US dollars (USD)
IMPORTANT:
* HST/GST will be added for CDN schools where applicable.
* International (including US) and Indigenous schools are tax exempt.
Invoices are emailed out at the end of the month that the program happens. If you need it sooner, please let the provider know.
Payment: Cheque/ check, credit card or e-transfer

Length

45-60 minutes depending on grade level

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Parent, Adult Learners, Homeschool/Family , Learning PodPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Primary Disciplines

Art, Mathematics, Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Google Hang Out
Zoom
Microsoft Teams

Booking Information

This program is best done when dandelions are in season so late April - May or possibly September.

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Royal Botanical Gardens (Canada)

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Programs can be cancelled with at least 48 hours notice unless the cancellation is due to inclement weather. Ideally a test will be conducted before the presentation when in school, but if these are to students at home, technology may be a reasonable explanation for cancelling the program.

About This Provider

Royal Botanical Gardens (Canada)

Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Canada

Royal Botanical Gardens is a living museum which serves local, regional and global communities while developing and promoting public understanding of the relationship between the plant world, humanity and the rest of nature.

Education at Royal Botanical Gardens encourages environmental stewardship by providing meaningful and diverse learning experiences that connect people with the wild and cultivated plant world.

With over 15 years experience delivering engaging interactive videoconferencing programs, we offer topics that explore biodiversity, conservation, botany, plant ecology and the environment. Whether you are looking for an insect program; a program exploring wetlands, their functions and human impacts or you want to discover more about a delicious chocolate treat; we have a wide variety of plant-based programs to support and enhance your classroom needs or stimulate and entertain older adults.

No matter where you are, your group can interact with our educators and scientists.

Contact:
Karin Davidson-Taylor
kdavidsontaylor@rbg.ca
905-527-1158 x249

Program Details

Format

MindsOn:
Where have you seen dandelions?
Discuss why they are there and how they survive?
1. Explore the origins of dandelions - name, location, status, plant relatives
2. Explore the parts of the plant. Participants should have a dandelion plant or two for this program.
3. Discuss the benefits of dandelions - animals, plants, humans.
4. Demonstrate and create two quick activities with dandelion flowers and stems.
Questions are welcome any time.

Objectives

The participant (dependent on grade level) will:
- develop and appreciation of the history of this plant and it's importance to animals, other plants and humans
- explore the parts of a dandelion
- engage in a discussion about their significant adaptations to survive in various habitats
- take part in a couple of activities that use the flower stem.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.1.SL.1a -- Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion).
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.1.SL.3 -- Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to gather additional information or clarify something that is not understood.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.2.SL.3 -- Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.K.SL.3 -- Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
LS1A 3-5 -- Structure and function
LS1A 6-8 -- Structure and function
LS4D 3-5 -- Biodiversity and humans
LS4D K-2 -- Biodiversity and humans

State Standards

Ontario:
Science
Grade 3: Growth and Changes in Plants
Grade 4: Habitats and Communities
Grade 6: Biodiversity
Grade 7: Interactions in the Environment; Form and Function