Secondary Resources

These resources apply to grades ranging from 9 - 12, if you enjoy these activities let us know!
Visit the BEAN Sprouts page to view mini-activities that meet 9 - 12 Curriculum Connections

What Size Footprint Are You Leaving on the Earth?
A typical Canadian’s resource consumption is far above what the Earth can sustain. In this activity: students calculate their ecological footprint, explore their data and compare it to the class average, examine the importance of metaphors, and hold a class debate on issues of responsibility and sustainability.
Grade: 9 Issues in Canadian Geography
Curriculum Links: Academic (C1.4), Applied (A1.4, E1.1)
Key Words: ecological footprint, sustainability, biocapacity, responsibility

​Invasion of the Zebra Mussels
The harm caused by invasive species is now the second leading threat to global biodiversity. Students will examine and analyze a real data set of zebra mussel densities, calculate hypothetical growth and filtration rates, and research control methods.
Grade: 12 Biology, Population Dynamics
Curriculum Links: F2.2, F3.3, F3.5
Key Words: exponential growth, carrying capacity, population models

​The Biodiversity of Ontario's Natural & Manmade Islands
While island biodiversity might invoke images of tropical locales the principles of island biodiversity are as relevant here in Ontario as well! After all the Great Lakes are home to more than 35 000 islands and habitat fragmentation has divided our natural landscape. This kit contains 3 high school level lesson plans to further explore concepts related to island biodiversity.
Grades: 9 Science, 11 Biology, 11 Environmental Science, 12 Biology
Curriculum Links: See individual lesson plans for specific curriculum links