Following Government’s recent review of AHDB which called for a change in direction, Farmers Guardian caught up with farmers to hear their thoughts about the future running of the levy board.
Worksheets about cows, sheep, pigs and hens which offer colouring and word activities. These will give the children the opportunity to learn more about each animal and practise their writing skills.
Dave Selby is a farmer living in Dorset. He first decided to write this book for children after hearing on the news a survey with children about where their food comes from. Many did not have any idea that it all starts on the farm. This is an illustrated book, written in rhyming couplets, exploring the different food produced on farms and other aspects of farming including care for the environment and using technology. Copies of the book are £4-99 + P&P. Please contact [email protected]
Spring has sprung on the farm. Join us as we tour Upper Walton Farm during lambing season. We find out all about the life cycles of some of the animals on the farm. Use our life cycles cards to think about how it all fits together and test your baby animal knowledge with our Baby Baby Baby quiz.
Fifty activities with a wildlife theme, many of which could be carried out in your own garden or local area.
Farmers are fabulous examples of Entrepreneurs and this resource enables students to consider the complexities of making finance based decisions whether they are on a farm or in the classroom. With opportunities to manipulate data, further understanding of the impact of local, national and international markets whilst applying their knowledge and understanding of what makes a business a success. The Button Farm case study also provides a clear basis for many more business related discussions.
Old Mc Donald had a farm...but not like this one! Take a virtual journey around the globe and see the most fascinating farms that the world has to offer. From Alligator farms in the USA to Rice farms in Japan, this interactive tractor trip is sure to surprise you. Discover interesting facts about unusual animals, far-fetched produce and fascinating farms you didn’t even know existed!
Find all the words and test your knowledge, play online or print it off to try at home. There is also a glossary so that you can find out what the words mean!
LEAF Education offers a wide variety of programmes and projects in all Key Stages and are working to inspire and educate future generations about farming, food and the countryside.
This engaging and robust maths set is ideal for use in your outside classroom. The busy bees will help children to recognise numerals, relate these to groups of objects, explore number sequences, practise number bonds to 10, plus much more! The vibrant photographic cards invite children to play, explore, learn and apply their knowledge in different contexts. The kit includes 22 honey bee stones and 16 plastic activity cards.