Kids Corner

Kids Corner contains information for both educators and kids. There are five topic areas, each containing some background information that can be used by educators for teaching purposes, as well as by students for projects. In addition, there are companion activities and resources that can be used for further information and FUN. For more information on Kids Corner Topics check out the following sections:

How Grains Give Us Energy

Everyday we need energy to live, work and play. This energy starts with the conversion of the sun’s energy by plants. The energy is stored in stored in plants until we use the plant for food. Grains are an important source of this food energy which we need each day. Learn More

Growing Well With Grains

Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating recommends that we consumer a number of Grain Products each day. Not only do Grain Products provide energy, they also provide us with many essential nutrients. Each nutrient has a special role in our body. Learn More

History of Grains: Part 1 Special Focus on Wheat

Wheat, rye and barley are likely the first crops grown in Canada. Since wheat tolerated Canadian weather well, it became one of the most important first crops and continues to be today. Wheat is a staple food worldwide. A number of primitive or ancient grains are the ancestors of modern wheat. Bread became a popular way to eat the grains. Canada’s First Nations’ people made bannock with wheat flour. Learn More

History of Grains: Part 2 Portraits of the First Wheat Researchers

In 1886, Canada established the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa, Ontario. It became a research centre to improve agriculture and crops. These research centres continue today across Canada focusing on improving agriculture. Two early researchers at the Farm were William Saunders and his son Charles Edward—both instrumental in advancing wheat research. Learn More

Wheat Production and Products

Wheat is Canada’s largest crop in terms of area seeded, production and export revenue. It is grown in nine provinces with Saskatchewan leading the way. Wheat is milled to produce flour, bran and wheat germ. We use the components of wheat and wheat flour to produce many food and non-food items. Learn More