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English Language Arts

La Journée internationale de la langue anglaise

La Journée internationale de la langue anglaise est l’occasion de rappeler aux élèves l’influence de cette langue dans le monde : des voyages aux jeux vidéo, en passant par la musique et la littérature… Elle a le pouvoir de rassembler! Pourquoi la souligner le 23 avril? C’est un hommage à William Shakespeare, figure emblématique qui a marqué l’anglais à jamais. Découvrez des idées d’activités parfaites pour l’occasion!

International English Language Day

English Language Day is a great opportunity to remind students of the global influence of the English language — from travel and video games to music and literature… it has the power to bring people together! Why celebrate it on April 23? It’s a tribute to William Shakespeare, an iconic figure who left a lasting impact on the English language.

Discover activity ideas that are perfect for the occasion!

Upside Down: A Journey into Imagination and Self-Expression

Inspired by the song “Upside Down” by musical artist Jack Johnson, this activity guide enables teachers to support their students in an exploration focused on curiosity, imagination, and self-expression through an interdisciplinary approach combining music, language, the arts, and introspection.

 Et si on créait un livre numérique?

Les élèves ont travaillé fort sur un projet de recherche documentaire et vous cherchez une façon de les mettre en valeur? Voici une piste bien intéressante : un livre numérique!

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 Hurricane Season: The Eye of the Storm

Each year, many hurricanes (or cyclones) occur on our planet, especially between June 1st and November 30th. Some of them make landfall on coastal regions, sometimes leaving behind both victims and damaged areas. Here are some activities to do in class, to understand this weather phenomenon and its consequences.

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 Queen Elizabeth II: an honourable legacy

After a reign of more than 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8, 2022. Here are some activities that will help students learn more about the major events in her life, the duties of her representatives in Canada, as well as some information on Canadian currency and Charles III, the new King of the United Kingdom.

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 Happy Mother’s Day!

On the second Sunday in May, many families gather to celebrate an important day: Mother’s Day. Here are some activities that will help you learn a little more about the origins of this holiday and its importance in today’s society!

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 A Meeting With… Martin Luther King Jr.

The third Monday of January is known as Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day). In 2022, it was on January 17th. Martin Luther King Jr. is known for his non-violent activism against racial discrimination in the 1960s.

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 A Meeting With… Marie-Philip Poulin

Like many Canadian athletes, Marie-Philip Poulin, captain of the women’s ice hockey team, is competing at the Olympic Games in Beijing, China. Here is a simple and modular activity that combines reading comprehension and digital creation to discover our athletes and their journey.

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 A MEETING WITH… Steve Jobs

This guide from the series “A Meeting With…” offers resources and ideas for educational activities aimed at learning more about the journey of important characters. Here, we are interested in Steve Jobs, the successes of the Apple company and this key concept for the businessman: “Failure is part of success”.

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 A Meeting With … Karim Ouellet

Karim Ouellet was a Quebec artist born in Senegal who has passed away recently. His unique musical contribution along with his texts have changed the face of Quebec’s poetry. Singer, songwriter and composer, he was first noticed during the 2009 edition of Festival international de la chanson de Granby.

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 A New Football Helmet for NFL Players: A Quebec Creation!

Upon an invitation from the National Football League (NFL), a group of Quebec engineers created a helmet that absorbs the energy generated by the impacts to redistribute it. Let’s take this news to learn more about the history and culture surrounding American football, discuss the science of injury prevention in sports, and discover other inventions created by other Quebecers!

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 From Facebook to Meta

In the following activities, we learn about Mark Zuckerberg and imagine the back cover of his biography. And since we’re talking about applications that are used by young and old people alike, we look at the app design process while keeping in mind the importance of an inclusive design.

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 NHL Hockey: Back to Playing in Front of Fans

With the sanitary measures that are still changing, many fans wondered if the new hockey season would take place as planned. It is therefore with great pleasure that they will be able to cheer on their favourite team on site or at home! And this is all we needed to get started on activities related to the hockey theme!

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 Beauties and Colours of the Fall

Fall colours are one of the precious delights offered every year for our enjoyment. Here are a few activities which can help students realize how the fall season and its beauty contribute to enhance the value of our territory.

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 Mental Health and Pandemic : How to Feel Better

Accepting the emotions you are feeling might be the key to feeling better. During these exceptional times, what would you like to do to ensure a healthy balance in your life? Remember, it’s okay not to be okay.

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 The Monarch : a Butterfly to Protect

The monarch is a magnificent black and orange butterfly; actually, it is one of the biggest diurnal butterflies in Canada. You may have seen one before since they fly around houses collecting nectar from flowers. However, if you were born 20 years earlier, you would have seen many more. In 2003, the monarch was already considered an at-risk species, but with a population decline of 90%, it has been an endangered species sin 2016. The climate changes, the use of pesticides and the destruction of its natural habitat lead to its demise.

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Special Feature on COVID-19: the Infodemic

As part of a series of SCOOP! on COVID-19, today we address the infodemic. The infodemic is this overabundance of information, credible or not, that makes it difficult for anyone to get accurate information. Medical misinformation, conspiracy theories, rumours on governmental measures, doctored pictures and videos, scams, and fraudulent offers, the false information about COVID-19 spreads faster than the actual virus. SCOOP! explains, in this video, how to ensure you are not fed false information in your quest for truth.

 From the Seeds to your Plate

What is better than eating pasta with basil pesto, a bacon sandwich with tomatoes and lettuce, or even a homemade vegetable soup? Eating it when you have grown the food yourself.

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