What questions would you ask to learn about these four objects? How might their physical properties (such as colour, mass, length, hardness) influence their potential uses? What would YOU make with these materials?

Click here to open up a collaborative "bulletin board" and share which species or ecosystem you would most like to protect.

Garry Oak ecosystems once covered much of Vancouver Islands southeastern coast. Now, only 5% of these ecosystems remain. What does this mean for the hundreds of species that call this ecosystem home? Learn more from the Garry Oak Ecosystems Recovery Team at GOERT.ca.

This short film (click here to view) illustrates the immediate danger many species around the world are facing. Eastern Hellbenders rely on the health of the streams they live in to survive. This video by Freshwater Illustrated shows that small actions can have a huge impact on ecosystems and the species that rely on them.

The Greater Victoria Public Library has many amazing titles for children of all ages to explore animals and insects of the world. All of the titles linked here have wonderful photographs and/or illustrations and are full of interesting facts.

Artwork created by Zoe, to go along with her story.

Artwork created by Oliver, to go along with his story.