A treasure of Saskatchewan history awaits the over 20,000 students who visit a WDM annually as part of a school field trip. There’s no better way to teach Saskatchewan students than to use programs and resources with Saskatchewan inspired connections, links and examples.
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During the First and Second World Wars, Canadians were asked to make do with less to allow more resources to be sent to troops overseas. During the Second World War, to make sure no one used too much of certain foods, people were issued food ration books. This activity sheet explains ration books, how they were used, and gives a recipe for chocolate cake that could be made within the ration limits. This resource is available in English and French below.
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We've created and collected agriculture related pre and post Museum visit resources and activities for you and your students to do in your classroom.
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Looking for information to enhance learning? Check out these great resources from organizations around Saskatchewan and beyond. Access information and primary resources on various topics such as history, agriculture and the environment.
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Students visit the Museum at their own pace with the opportunity to spend more time in areas that interest them. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone.
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November 29, 2022 - December 21, 2022 | Moose Jaw
Hear a story about the festive season in settler times, see what types of gifts were given, decorate the tree with homemade ornaments, make an old-fashioned craft, then tour Museum galleries.
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August 29, 2022 - June 30, 2023 | Virtual
Learn about 1910 settler life and, in particular, about family traditions during the Christmas season in rural Saskatchewan. Students will compare and contrast how celebrating holidays has changed and what has remained the same over the last 150 years.
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Located on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories and the Homeland of the Métis, the Western Development Museum (WDM) is the largest human history museum in Saskatchewan. With a collection.more....
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