Wheels and Runners
Saskatoon
September 2, 2026 - June 25, 2027
Grades:
Grade 2, Grade 3
Subjects:
Social Studies
Program Cost:
$5/student + GST
Length:
2 hours
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Description
The Wheels and Runners program offers students an educational and engaging way to learn about the influence of the natural environment on Saskatchewan's communities and their methods of transportation.
This is a Museum-led, in-Museum program supported by chaperones. The program takes two hours to complete and has four components.
The first component is a Travel in Saskatchewan discussion. First, students will discuss Travel in Saskatchewan together as a class. Images and hands-on artifacts enable Museum staff to introduce students to three environments in Saskatchewan and how those environments influence modes of transportation.
Next, the class is divided into three groups with each group taking a turn participating in the following three components of the program:
- Design Your Own Transportation - This component invites students to apply the information gained in the Travel in Saskatchewan discussion to create a mode of transportation to suit one of the three environments.
- Artifact Quest - Takes students on a mission to find transportation-related artifacts throughout the Museum galleries using cardinal directions and map reading skills.
- Wheels and Runners Bingo - Challenges students to review the terms and concepts covered in the Travel in Saskatchewan discussion in a fun and familiar way.
Download the full booklet with further program information (PDF).
Additional Program Information
Curriculum Connections
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Social Studies
- DR2.1, DR2.2
- DR3.1, DR3.2
Chaperone Ratios
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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 $14 each.
Visiting With Multiple Classes
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It is NOT possible for two classes from the same school to participate in this program concurrently. Teachers may consider planning a visit at the same time as a another class participating in a different program or self-guided visit. Both classes should book separately, but indicate the name and contact information of all educators that will be attending on their joint booking.
School Booking and Cancellation Policy
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Please review this information prior to completing your booking.
Museum Manners
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Please review this information with your class prior to attending your program.
Contact Us
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For more information, contact saskatoon.ed@wdm.ca or 306-931-1910.
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.
Note: Chaperones are still required and will be asked to help students with some activities. Your students may not have a chance to explore the whole Museum as part of any one program.
