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End-of-Year Activity: Create Your Own Ear Tag Kits
Looking for a final activity to do with your students to commemorate your Adopt A Cow experience? We have just the thing for you!
These Ear Tag Kits will give you and your students time to reflect on the fun filled year with your calf while completing a short decorating craft.
A cow’s ear tag helps dairy farmers identify the cow from the rest of the herd. Students can have their own as a keepsake for their adopted calf. To get a kit of ear tags for your class, complete the preorder form.
What is in the Ear Tag Kit?
- 10 lime green ear tags. Side 1 has the Discover Dairy cow printed on it. Side 2 is blank to customize.
- 10 blank milk splash stickers to stick on the other side of the tag and draw on.
- 1 guided classroom activity plan to complete while decorating the ear tags.
- 1 surprise gift for the teacher!
Estimated Arrival:
You can expect to receive your kit by April 30th! Note: Extra sets of 5 ear tags and milk splash stickers can be added to your order
National Nutrition Month Resources
March is National Nutrition Month! This is the perfect time to learn what cows eat to stay healthy. Watch this short animation to discover what dairy cows eat every day as part of a well-balanced diet. Dairy farmers work with nutritionists to develop special diets for cows to make sure they get the nutrients they need. See what goes into a cow’s total mixed ration (TMR) — you may be surprised by some of the ingredients!
Age group? All Ages.
Survival of the Fittest: Comparing the Needs of Humans and Cows
Another way to incorporate National Nutrition Month in your classroom is to compare the nutritional needs of humans and cows.
Check out this lesson from National Ag in the Classroom.
Age group? Grades K-2.
Ag Literacy Week Resources
The American Farm Bureau Foundation offers a comprehensive collection of educational materials to enhance agricultural literacy. These resources aim to provide accurate and engaging content about agriculture, fostering a deeper understanding of where food comes from and the significance of agriculture in daily life.
Age group? Elementary & Middle School.
Dairy Fun Fact
Did you know? About 73% of calcium available in the food supply is provided by milk and dairy products
Share this fun fact with your students as they learn about the nutritional benefits of milk and dairy products!
Nominate Someone for Teacher Appreciation Week
We’re celebrating MOO!
As we approach Teacher Appreciation Week this May, we’re looking for teachers to spotlight who have a passion for agriculture. We want to showcase all the time, energy and passion you pour into your classroom and students throughout the year. It’s truly worth celebrating!
Submit your information by March 31 for a chance to be spotlighted on our channels during Teacher Appreciation Week this May! Don’t like to be in the spotlight? Nominate a deserving colleague or friend! Click here to submit your nomination. The nomination form should only take a few minutes to complete.
Win a Teacher Appreciation Week Prize Pack: As a fun incentive, the teachers who are selected to be spotlighted this May will receive a prize pack to celebrate your classroom success with your students the first week of May. Prize packs will include gifts for you and gifts for your students to celebrate together! Nominations will be reviewed after March 31, and winners will be announced by mid-April.
Note: By submitting a nomination, your responses may be shared on our social media channels.
Science, Stories and Seasonal Changes
| Cows and Daylight Saving: How Cows Handle the Time Shift: Daylight Saving Time is quickly approaching! Check out this article and see how DST relates to a cow’s daily life. It also includes a great video from National Geographic that explains Daylight Saving Time in just two minutes. Age group? All Ages. Dairy Science Experiments: Unlock your inner scientists with these Make & Taste Dairy lesson plans! Students can learn about the history and science of making butter, mozzarella, Greek yogurt or ricotta – then make it themselves in the classroom and taste the delicious results. Lessons include a leader guide, class discussion prompts, glossary of important terms and additional resources on each topic. Age group? All Ages. Read Across America Day: Celebrate Read Across America Day with us on March 3 as you read a good dairy focused book with your students! Be sure to check out our book recommendation list for ideas! Age group? Elementary and Middle School. |
Dairy Fun Fact
Did you know? Cows dig Daylight Saving Time because they need 14 to 16 hours of light each day.
Share this fun fact with your students as they learn about the daily life of a cow!
“Cat in the Hat” Cheese Sticks Recipe
This recipe is perfect for Read Across America Week!
Things You Will Need:
- Cheese Sticks
- Red & Black permanent markers
Use this fun reading-themed snack from Buzzing with Ms. B to celebrate Read Across America day!
Let’s Learn About Anaerobic Digestion
Did you know cow manure can be turned into useful energy? Download this poster from American Dairy Association Indiana to learn all about the process of anaerobic digestion!
The American Dairy Association Indiana is a nonprofit organization that represents dairy farmers in Indiana. It focuses on promoting dairy products, supporting dairy farmers, and educating consumers about the benefits of dairy. This partner supports programming and access to Discover Dairy for students and teachers in Indiana.