Jack Frost Challenge
For Kids – Resources
Thank you for completing JFC for Kids Registration
If you need to update the number of kids participating, please email your update to asrts@greenactioncentre.ca
Resources & Materials: 5 PARTS
1. The Signature 130km Challenge
- Families – Sign up and track kms here: https://jackfrost.commuterchallenge.ca/register/workplace/en
- Classes – Download log sheet to track kms: https://greenactioncentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JFC-Kids-2021-Bulk-Entry-Spreadsheet.xlsx
2. Winter Passport: Due to Covid-19 concerns we are not holding an event, instead we are encouraging backyard exploring
3. Activities: Select a few to bring to your classroom or home
4. Media Tips: Share your stories
5. Posters & Graphics: Spread the Word
PASSPORTS
WINTER PASSPORT TO FUN
It’s time to explore your own backyard!
The Passports for Kids include mini-challenges you can check off along your journey to reach 130 km. Celebrate your achievements with some of the passport incentives provided by awesome local businesses.
By participating you can be entered to win special prizes, and post on social media to increase your chances! Just check off as many challenges as you can and make a social media post using the hashtag #SayFreezeFamilies – one prize entry per post!
Activities
Winter Walk Day
Winter Walk Day is on February 10, 2021 this year. Spread the word and find some time in your day to walk somewhere.
Download English poster >>
Download French poster >>
Polar Bear Recess
What is a polar bear recess?
Check out the slides and learn how to start one at your school.
Contact us for more info: asrts@greenactioncentre.ca
Plan Your Week
Have a ton of ideas for Jack Frost Challenge Week?
Brainstorm ideas and get your week organized to help maximize exploring!
Download Week Planner (PDF) >>
Tips for Outside Walk & Play
Get ready for outdoor adventures with this checklist. The last bullet point is a terrific idea for those long days of outdoor play.
Download English Tips Sheet >>
Winter Scavenger Hunt
Going for a walk? Trying a trail?
Take this activity sheet with you to sharpen your senses and try it on a few different routes to compare environments.
Download Activity Sheet (PDF) >>
Outdoor Art Class? Yes!
Take the sculpting challenge and add some flare by using Kool-Aid to colour your creations.
Or add some SCIENCE by learning and sculpting the solar system.
Sculpture Challenge Poster(PDF)>>
Fit Kids Healthy Kids
Try these activities in your backyard or outdoor class:
Give these games a go:
SWORKIT Kid Workouts
Take these quick workouts outdoors, they are specifically created for kids:
Media – Posters – Graphics
Media Tips
- Use our images, text, and hashtags for your social media posts.
- Interview students what they like best about playing and walking outside in the winter
- Give tips on dressing for cold weather
- Share inspiration on social media
- Make announcements to highlight your fun winter activities
Posters (11 x 17)
Facebook Graphics
Instagram Graphics
Facebook and Instagram
- Join @GreenActionCentre for the #JackFrostChallenge! From February 7 – 13, 2021, we’ll be outside for play time. It’s free, fun, and frosty – don’t miss it!
- We can’t wait to participate in @GreenActionCentre’s #JackFrostChallenge! We are ready to take on some outdoor winter fun. Will you join us?
- Celebrate winter by participating in @GreenActionCentre’s #JackFrostChallenge! Suit-up and get outside to enjoy the snow
- Register, move, win! Participating in #JackFrostChallenge is THAT simple.
- Wed Feb 10 is Winter Walk Day! Walking in the snow is a good way to get some physical activity AND have fun! #winterwalkday #snowshoes #JackFrostChallenge
Newsletter or Announcements
Get ready for the Jack Frost Challenge for Schools! Jack Frost Challenge is February 7 – 13, 2021 with Winter Walk Day on February 10. We will be joining other schools across Manitoba in a week-long challenge enjoy winter and get outside. We’ll be having activities at school to encourage our students to walk, bike, play, snowshoe, and enjoy time in the snow! Dress for the weather and be ready to get outside!
- Join @GreenActionCentre for the #JackFrostChallenge! From February 7 – 13, 2021, we’ll be outside for play time. It’s free, fun, and frosty – don’t miss it! Click to Tweet
- We can’t wait to participate in @GreenActionCentre’s #JackFrostChallenge! We are ready to take on some outdoor winter fun. Will you join us? Click to Tweet
- Embrace winter Manitoba-style by participating in @GreenActionCentre’s #JackFrostChallenge! Suit-up and get outside to enjoy the snow 🙂 Click to Tweet
- Wed Feb 10 is Winter Walk Day! We’re excited to be spending time outside. Walking in the snow is a good way to get some physical activity AND have fun! #winterwalkday #snowshoes Click to Tweet
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