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Lesson Plan Overview
Template and Class Instructions
Student Rubric
Lesson Plan Overview
Lesson Plan Overview
Many important natural resources come from Ontario, including trees, minerals, and corn. These natural resources produce useful products that are important to Ontario’s economy. For this activity, students will create a storyboard that highlights natural resources of Ontario or another Canadian province. They should include where the resources is found and how it is used.
Template and Class Instructions
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates 3 of Ontario’s natural resources.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a fact in each heading.
- In the description box, write a short summary of each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Resources
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| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | There are at least three resources in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions are accurate and complete. | There are two resources in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions are accurate and complete. | One resource is correct and the title and description are accurate and complete. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
Lesson Plan Overview
Many important natural resources come from Ontario, including trees, minerals, and corn. These natural resources produce useful products that are important to Ontario’s economy. For this activity, students will create a storyboard that highlights natural resources of Ontario or another Canadian province. They should include where the resources is found and how it is used.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates 3 of Ontario’s natural resources.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a fact in each heading.
- In the description box, write a short summary of each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Resources
Used with US States General Information Web
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | There are at least three resources in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions are accurate and complete. | There are two resources in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions are accurate and complete. | One resource is correct and the title and description are accurate and complete. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How Tos about Natural Resources of Ontario
1
Organize a classroom discussion about Ontario’s natural resources
Encourage students to share what they know about Ontario’s natural resources. Use guiding questions and prompt students to think about where resources come from and how they are used in daily life.
2
Gather visuals and real-world examples for students
Bring in photos, maps, and everyday items (like paper, coins, or corn products) to make resources more relatable. This helps students connect abstract concepts to tangible objects.
3
Guide students in researching less-known Ontario resources
Assign students to explore resources beyond the obvious (such as cobalt or wind energy). Suggest kid-friendly websites or short videos to support their independent inquiry.
4
Facilitate small group peer sharing
Have students present their storyboard ideas in small groups for feedback. This builds confidence and encourages collaborative learning before final submission.
5
Display completed storyboards for a classroom gallery walk
Invite students to post their work around the classroom. Allow time for a gallery walk where students can view and comment on each other's projects, reinforcing learning through peer interaction.
Frequently Asked Questions about Natural Resources of Ontario
What are the main natural resources found in Ontario?
Ontario is rich in natural resources such as trees (forests), minerals (like gold and nickel), and corn. These resources support local industries and play a key role in the province’s economy.
How can students create a storyboard about Ontario's natural resources?
Students can create a 3-cell storyboard by choosing three different natural resources, writing a fact about each one, adding a brief summary, and illustrating each resource with appropriate scenes and characters.
What products are made from Ontario's natural resources?
Ontario's natural resources are used to make products like lumber and paper from trees, metals from minerals, and food products such as corn syrup and animal feed from corn.
Why are natural resources important to Ontario’s economy?
Natural resources are vital to Ontario’s economy because they provide raw materials for industries, create jobs, and support exports, contributing to the overall prosperity of the province.
What is a simple lesson idea to teach about Ontario’s natural resources?
A simple lesson is to have students research and illustrate three natural resources found in Ontario, explain where each is found, and describe how each is used in daily life.
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