We offer a variety of lessons and activities you can use to teach your students about dairy nutrition and the science behind dairy farming.
Bring the dairy farm into your classroom with Discover Dairy! This resource for educators includes the popular Adopt A Cow Program, dairy education curriculum incorporating Common CORE and STEM standards, and a variety of activities and videos targeted to Elementary and Middle School students.
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Funding for this program was provided by New England Dairy and the Connecticut Milk Promotion Board.
Learn More & Access Program
We know students are interested in where their food comes from and how food choices affect the health of their bodies, communities, and the planet. This innovation kit is suitable for virtual and in-person learning environments, tailored to secondary-level students.
Learn More & Access Kit
Explore the science of food and agriculture with new NGSS-aligned educational resources from the Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education. Designed for middle and high school students these materials feed curiosity and nourish minds. The link takes you to a collection of free dairy related NGSS Badged Units, and Transfer Task materials.
Learn More & Access Materials
Students can master the art of making butter, ice cream, and yogurt while delving into the wonders of science through dairy-based STEM questions.
Download Activities| Title | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 35 Fun Dairy Facts | Learn 35 undeniably fun facts about dairy | Go to Resource |
| Discover Dairy Activity Book | This booklet features eight (8) dairy educational activities for kids. Recommended for grades K-5. | Go to Resource |
| What You Need to Know About Milk | Your questions about milk safety & quality answered. | Go to Resource |
| Mooga Poster | Get students energized and moving to help focus and learning! | Go to Resource |
| Mooga Poses Handout | Try these yoga poses for 3-5 mins at the beginning or middle of class. | Go to Resource |
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