Ideas for teachers from teachers participating in Gilmer Dairy Farm's Edopt-a-Cow program:

• "No Fuss, No Muss" class pet

• use the pedigree to help teach the students about their family trees

• create a timeline marking a cow's birth, calving dates, and dry-off dates

• create a chart and plot a graph of the cow's milk production

• have students write business letters to Gilmer Dairy Farm

Please contact us if you are a teacher participating in this program and are willing to share your ideas.

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Links to dairy and agriculture related websites providing teaching resources and classroom activities:

The Dairyman's Blog - a look at the day-to-day life on Gilmer Dairy Farm

Vocowbulary - a list of words and phrases every dairy farmer should know!

MooMilk - A dynamic adventure into the dairy industry

AIPL's Kid's Corner - Facts about dairy products

Quick Dairy Facts - Information compiled by Oklahoma's 4-H program

MIlkCow.Org - a good site for both teachers and students

From Moo to You - Provides a wide range of dairy activities and information

Alabama Ag in the Classroom - Ag related classroom teaching materials & activities

Ag in the Classroom (National) - a must visit for all educators

USDA ARS Teachers' Desk - Ag resources from the Agricultural Research Service

Dairy Farming Today - presents an informative look into the dairy industry

Fun & Games - from processing company HP Hood