Try this Butter in A Cup recipe! It is an easy thing to make in the classroom and send home with students for them to share with family in making fall recipes and desserts. For more information on the recipe and an explanation behind the science of butter making, visit here: https://buff.ly/3YslslV
We can all agree that the 81 calves in this year’s Adopt a Cow program are adorable, but who will be named America’s Favorite Calf? From November 4-6, join the fun and vote for your favorite calf alongside the national election. Let’s come together for a friendly competition and build some ...excitement for your newly adopted calf!
Here's how it works. Start campaigning for your calf today!
🔴 1. VOTE anytime from November 4-6
🔴 2. Print "I Voted" customized sticker sheets for you and your students
🔴 3. Campaign for your calf leading up to the election (we have free resources with your calf's name and photo!)
🔴 4. Sign up for the LIVE Watch Party on Nov. 8 when we'll announce the winner
➡️ Learn more and join the fun this November! https://buff.ly/48fAuym
Hosted by American Dairy Association North East, join a virtual farm tour on October 31! Let Farmer Marcus give you and your class a virtual farm tour of his farm, Elmer Richards and Sons. There are two times available according to the grade level. Click here to learn more, register, and find the ...free lesson plan resources! https://buff.ly/4eznO87
It's Tongues Out Tuesday! 😝 These 7 hilarious calves are all part of our Adopt a Cow program. Do you recognize any of these faces?
Photo 1 - Aspen
Photo 2 - Ashley
Photo 3 - Babybel
Photo 4 - Bea
Photo 5 - Indy
Photo 6 - Bella
Photo 7 - Sunset
...#tongueouttuesdays #tongueouttuesday
It’s a MOO-velous Monday to meet one of our calves in this year’s Adopt A Cow program. Meet Gaga! She was born on September 1 at Clark Family Dairy. Fun fact: Her mom’s name is Lady J and weighs more than 1,500 pounds! Follow along to see how big Gaga will get this year.
Did you know that calves can start "moo-ing" shortly after birth?
Now that the Adopt a Cow program is in full swing, here's a fun activity for you! Challenge your students to this short five-question Kahoot! game to learn a little more about newborn dairy calves. This is a great way to get your students involved and excited to learn more about dairy.
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🐮 Click here for the Kahoot! game: https://buff.ly/3U8qiC0
Now that you have your adopted cow for the year, what breed is yours? Each breed of dairy cow has unique attributes to learn about, and this can make for a fun activity for your students! Some breeds make higher protein milk while some have higher fat content which is great for making ice cream. ...
👉 Watch this short, two-minute "7 Breeds of Cows" video to learn about the different breeds of dairy cows: https://buff.ly/3BG46J4
Then, have your students complete this coloring sheet after watching the video. Challenge them to color the cows the same color as the listed main dairy breeds, and write down one fact they learned for each breed. 👉 Download the coloring sheet: https://buff.ly/4eGqP6p
There are 81 calves in the Adopt a Cow Program! Which one did you adopt? Now that you received your calf announcement, comment and share how you announced your calf to your students or group! We love to see your creativity and excitement. 🐮