Take a Farm Tour From Home!
Schools and field trips are on hold right now, but you can still take a virtual field trip and learn about dairy farming in Michigan.
We also have a list of our favorite activities related to dairy farming and foods that your kids can do at home. Check out our list of resources below, sorted by grade level.
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Michigan Virtual Farm Tours
Ever wonder where your milk comes from? Go on a virtual field trip to a Michigan dairy farm! Get a close look at the cows and calves as a dairy farmer takes you through the farm. Find a virtual tour that suits your child’s grade level.
Additional farm tours in other areas of the country and other types of farms can be found here.
After watching the farm tour, check out the activity pages in this workbook to continue learning about dairy farms, sustainability and making nutritious snacks.
Worksheets and Other Resources
Here are some additional resources to keep your students learning with engaging materials and worksheets! Check out these links for age appropriate readings and activities.
Pre-school
Learn about dairy farmers through these interactive website videos.
Grades K-2
Practice your origami skills with a fun breakfast game.
Grades 3-5
For a fun challenge to help teach your kids about their glass of milk and test their knowledge, complete a crossword puzzle.
Choose a drink that is good for your bones! To learn more about bone health, crack the code on this handout.
Grades 6-8
Learn about moving your body and just how important it is in combination with healthful eating.
For a fun challenge to help teach your kids about their glass of milk and test their knowledge, complete a crossword puzzle.
For all ages!
Staying active is always important, but especially now when we are spending so much time indoors. Help keep everyone in the family moving with a variety of movement, mindfulness, and healthy eating activities.
Our Fuel Up to Play 60 team has also put together some healthy eating and active living tips and resources while staying at home.
COVID-19 is causing many unfamiliar changes in our lives. Here are some resources to help you navigate some of these changes while staying healthy and informed.
