Hands-On Activity Add-On: Rope Making
Yorkton
Grades:
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, High School 10-20-30, Kindergarten
Subjects:
Social Studies
Program Cost:
School visit or program admission per student
+ $20 per class + GST
Length:
Demonstration: 1/2 hour
Allow for additional time to visit the Museum galleries (suggested time 1.5-2 hours)
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This program is only available as part of a pre-booked Guided or Self-Guided Visit. Please select your preferred add-on program at time of booking.
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Description
This demonstration is only available as an add-on to a self-guided visit. Kindergarten - Grade 12 students will learn what rope is made of and how it was made by settler farmers and ranchers who would make rope that fit their specific needs. Students will be shown how to make rope using a rope-making apparatus and, together, will make a length of rope for their classroom.
As a result of this hands-on rope-making activity, participants will:
- Recognize what economic and environmental factors that contributed to whether a settler farmers in the early-mid 20th century would buy rope or make their own rope.
- Explore how changes in technology impacted the tools used and how people lived and worked over time.
- Understand that where you live can impact your access to resources and tools that may be easily accessible to others.
- Learn the skill of making rope including understanding the process involved in making stronger, thicker rope.
Download the full booklet with further program information (PDF).
Program Type
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Museum-Led
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WDM staff or volunteers will lead you and your students through set programming.
Museum staff or volunteers will:
- Greet your group when you arrive to introduce the program and review the Museum rules.
- Ensure that all required materials are ready.
- Lead and facilitate program activities.
Curriculum Connections
Social Studies DR1.1:
Relate family events and stories of the recent or distant past to the student’s place in present day family life
Social Studies DR2.2:
Analyze the influence of the natural environment on the local community
Social Studies RW3.2:
Evaluate the ways in which technologies have impacted daily life
Social Studies RW4.1:
Analyze the strategies Saskatchewan people have developed to meet the challenges presented by the natural environment
Social Studies DR5.2:
Assess the impact of the environment on the lives of people living in Canada
Social Studies DR6.1:
Analyze the impact of the diversity of natural environments on the ways of life in Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean
How to Book or Inquire
Please contact us for further information at 1-306-783-8361 or yorkton.ed@wdm.ca.
Chaperone Ratios: Groups are expected to provide chaperones (including teachers) at a ratio of 1 adult per 5 students. These chaperones are admitted free of charge. Support staff and chaperones for students with significant needs are allowed at a 1:1 ratio at no charge.
Admission for additional adults beyond the required number is $12 each.
Visiting with multiple classes: It is possible for two classes from the same school (up to 60 students) to participate in this program back to back. One class will participate in the program led by Museum staff while the other class has a chaperone supervised visit within the Museum galleries and then the classes will switch. Both classes may book together, but must indicate the name and contact information of all educators that will be attending on their joint booking.
School Booking and Cancellation Policy
Please review this information prior to completing your booking.
