Below are three fun and interactive downloadable lesson plans and worksheets to further refine your understanding of the evolution of blacksmithing in Ontario in the classroom.
Students and teachers are encouraged to use the "Forging ON: The Evolution of Blacksmithing in Ontario" website alongside the completion of the worksheets and activities.
These educational resources are intended for students in grade seven and above, and is in line with the Ontario Curriculum.

 

History

Subject: History
Topic: 150 Years of Blacksmithing in Canada
Grade Level: 7 to 12
Overview
Students will explore, interpret, and analyze primary and secondary sources relating to blacksmithing in Canada between 1810 and 1960 with the help of a Scavenger Hunt worksheet and the "Forging ON: Evolution of Blacksmithing in Ontario". They will then use this research as the basis for a roleplaying exercise which will be presented to the class.
Select the links below to download the history worksheet and lesson plans.
History Lesson Plan and Worksheet  (1 MB, PDF)
History Lesson Plan and Worksheet (3 MB, Word document and text version)
History Lesson Plan: Primary and Secondary Sources List (125 KB, PDF)
History Lesson Plan: Primary and Secondary Sources List (86 KB, Word document and text version)

 

Art

Subject: Art
Topic: The Art of Blacksmithing
Grade Level: 7 to 12
Overview
Students will examine various examples of Canadian blacksmithing art throughout the past few decades and watch videos illustrating the method of their production. Using craft wire, clay, and metallic finishes, students will then mimic the process and style of blacksmith artists.
Select the links below to download the art worksheet and lesson plans.
Art Lesson Plan and Worksheet (501 KB, PDF)
Art Lesson Plan and Worksheet (339 KB, Word document and text version)


Science

Subject: Science/Chemistry
Topic: The Science of Blacksmithing
Grade Level: 7 to 12
Overview
Students will watch the challenge videos on the "Forging ON: Evolution of Blacksmithing in Ontario" website and identify the various scientific processes a blacksmith relies upon when performing his daily duties. Using the trade of blacksmithing as a conduit, students will investigate and understand the practical use of a number of scientific ideas.
Select the links below to download the science worksheets and lesson plans.
Science Lesson Plan and Worksheet (222 KB, PDF)
Science Lesson Plan and Worksheet (2 MB, Word document and text version)