This kit provides interactive lessons, display materials and playing cards designed to help students explore Canada’s Food Guide for healthy eating.

The kit contains seven standalone activities that introduce students to:

• nutrition labels
• % daily value
• guidelines for sugar, salt and beverages
• the Eat Well plate
• the new protein food group

Included in the activities is a card game and an assessment activity.

The activities connect to specific learning outcomes in grade 5 science, as well as middle years food and nutrition, and provide cross-curricular connections to math.

We’ve summarized all our available resources and programs and where they fit your curriculum onto one page Grade at a Glance sheets.

Grade at a Glance sheets are available at the links below for:

• your grade level if you are a K – Grade 8 teacher
• your subject area if you are a Grade 9 – 12 teacher or Human Ecology teacher

All resources and programs are hyperlinked so you can easily access more information about them.

These Grade at a Glance sheets will be regularly updated with new resources or programs as they become available so that staying current with what we have to offer you is easy.

Last updated November 2023

In this e-learning resource, The Real Dirt on Farming in the Classroom enables students to engage with the latest 6th Edition of The Real Dirt on Farming while examining its key areas – animal welfare, crops and plants, sustainability, agriculture policy, hot topics in our food system & more!

Calling all teachers and career counselors! The NEW thinkAG website is a one-stop shop for learning resources and experiences to ignite interest in agriculture and food career journeys for students in Grades 5 to 12. Offering them insight as to jobs tailored to their interests and personalities, this site will help them find their purpose-driven career.

Learn about agriculture in Manitoba playing Bingo on your next road trip with these fun colouring pages!

Download a different card for each player, grab some colouring supplies, and hit the road for an epic game of agriculture bingo. 

Colour, cut out, and fold your own paper fortune teller! Students can then quiz each other and learn something new about agriculture.

Students will discover how agriculture has evolved over time and is always innovating to find new ways to produce food sustainably and efficiently by creating a timeline using agriculture innovation cards.

This learning kit contains a teacher guide, lesson plan, innovation worksheet, and 4 – 30 card sets used to play a game that illustrates agriculture innovations throughout history.

Students can use this scavenger hunt in their home to find the dozens of agricultural products they use every day, and not just food!

Test your students' knowledge of some of Manitoba's foundational crops and animals with this interactive online trivia game.

All the answers can be found in our Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture Virtual Resource Hub. 

Download these fun agriculture-related word searches for your students to try!

Agricultural Biodiversity and Water guides students through an exploration of biodiversity (biological diversity), which refers to the variety and variability of all living organisms (animals, plants, and micro-organisms) on Earth. Activities take students deeper into understanding of:

• How to identify agrobiodiversity
• Biotic and abiotic parts of agroecosystems
• The benefits and cost of biodiversity
• Ecological succession in a pasture
• Plant competition in a biodiverse environment
• A soil quality study
• How farming activities affect ecosystems and biodiversity

Biodiversity and Water takes students on a journey through the ways in which biodiversity in general, and agrobiodiversity in particular, play significant roles in maintaining our water resources so that they can be used by humans, animals and plants. Activities lead students into an exploration of:

• The water-cycle
• Your local watershed
• Erosion
• Identifying salinity
• Capillary action
• How roots stop soil erosion
• Assessing the health of a riparian area

Download these free printable crosswords to help your students learn more about crops and animals raised in Manitoba.

This poster by Egg Farmers of Canada depicts and explains the anatomy of an egg, including nutritional facts and the nutritional value label.

Your students will love watching videos featuring real Manitoba farm families, courtesy of Great Tastes of Manitoba. Then, using one of the ingredients found on the farm, they'll use the supplied recipe to make a dish.

We've included live links to videos in each of the recipe sheets, making these ideal for at home remote learning. They can also be used in human ecology class or any other class where you might make a meal together.

There are also links to snapAG fact sheets to take their agriculture education to the next level!

Tour a farm or processing facility from the comfort of your couch! FarmFood360° is a series of virtual farm and processing facility tours throughout Canada. Students can test their knowledge at the end of each tour.

Did you know Manitoba grows two types of barley, two-row barley and six-row barley?

Barley is a cereal crop that is harvested for the seeds. Barley is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and amino acids that help us stay healthy. We use barley in human food, like beer, bread and pasta. It is also used in animal food.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know beef cattle are ruminants, meaning they have a four-chambered stomach?

Cattle used for milking, meat and locomotion became one of the major economic drivers of Manitoba’s economy by early European settlers. Beef cattle can live comfortably outdoors all year round, meaning they can adapt to Manitoba’s cold winters. In addition, beef provides us with many nutrients like zinc, iron and protein.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world. 

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know that bison ranching helps preserve the last remaining native grassland habitats on the prairies?

Bison, also known as the buffalo, are native to North America and once roamed wild in Manitoba. They were a major source of food and materials for Indigenous Peoples. Many farmers across Western Canada raise bison today.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know canola was developed in the Canadian prairies (Manitoba and Saskatchewan)?

It got its name from an acronym for CANada Oil Low Acid. Canola is grown to produce oil. The oil is very healthy and can be used to make food but is also used to make other products.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know chickens raised in Manitoba are grain-fed and have access to fresh water at all times?

There are many different breeds of chickens. Some are raised to produce eggs, and others are raised for meat. Chicken is a low-fat meat that contains protein, amino acids, niacin, vitamin B6, iron and zinc.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know the strongest corn in Manitoba is the Northern Flint, known for its high yields and resistance to insects and frosts?

Corn is a staple food and cereal grain grown in many parts of the world because of its ability to adapt to different climates. In addition, corn is a popular crop for silage, which is used to feed animals.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know that all dairy cows are female?

Dairy cows produce milk. A lot has changed since dairy farming first came to Manitoba in the 19th century. Today’s dairy farms use advanced technology to monitor the health and wellbeing of their cows and make the task of milking more efficient for the farmers and their animals.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know the colour of an egg's shell is determined by the kind of food a hen eats?

Celebrated since the dawn of time, the egg is a symbol of fertility, creation, and new life. It is also an essential ingredient in many of our culinary traditions. It takes many steps for an egg to journey from farm to plate.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know flax is used to make linoleum flooring?

Flax is an oilseed crop, meaning there is oil inside the seed. Flax is mainly grown for the oil, but it’s also produced for food, fibre and straw. Flax in Manitoba is grown in black soils. Flax isn’t vulnerable to many of the diseases that harm cereals, pulses and other oilseeds, making it a profitable alternative for farmers.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know Manitoba is Canada’s third largest hemp producer?

Renowned for its strong natural fibres, hemp was originally used to make rope, cloth, sails, paper, and more. Today, hemp is an important -- and highly sustainable -- source of food and fibre.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know eating oats may reduce the risk of heart disease?

Oats are a small-grain cereal and an important crop worldwide. Oats provide healthy fibre, vitamins and minerals. Oats are a functional food that provides specific nutritional and health benefits. In Manitoba, oats are grown for livestock feed, human consumption, recreation horse feed, and forage.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know there are over 185 different uses for pigs besides providing us with meat?

Pig farming is hard work! Pigs require daily care to ensure they have enough fresh water and access to nutritious feed. Farmers know that responsible care is important for their pigs, so they carefully manage the barn's lighting, airflow, sanitation, and temperature.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know Canada is one of the top potato producers in the world? And Manitoba is Canada's second-largest potato producer.

Potatoes are tubers -- the swelling of an underground stem that is packed with nutrients. They are rich in carbohydrates and have been eaten by humans for thousands of years. Growing potatoes takes care. Find out how Manitoba farmers use environmentally sustainable practices as their crop journeys from field to plate!

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know pulses are high in protein and fibre?

Pulses are dried edible seeds of some plants in the legume family. There are two main types of pulses grown in Manitoba, peas and edible beans. In addition, pulses have a low environmental impact, making them a sustainable crop to grow in Manitoba.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.

Did you know soybeans are Manitoba’s third most-grown crop?

Manitoba farmers are known for producing high-quality soy products. Soybeans are fuel for our future. Soy is a primary feedstock for producing biodiesel, a biodegradable, renewable fuel alternative.

The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture is a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite you and your students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and it's role in feeding the world.

View all the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture resources and related activities here.