FutureMakers Learning Program

Empower your students to build a sustainable future…

Transform your classroom into a hub of creativity and environmental stewardship with the FutureMakers Learning Program. Designed for grades 4–7, this flexible, low-prep resource invites students to become tomorrow’s change-makers. Each lesson covers sustainable community-design topics, then students are led to create their own ‘community of the future’.  A cross-curricular program that supports learning in science, social studies and language arts, the video lessons, additional resources and hands-on activities invite students to engage with climate-resilience education in deep and powerful ways.

Why choose FutureMakers?

• Minimal prep, maximum impact: No long hours of planning—FutureMakers offers easy-to-use materials that fit into your busy schedule, with plenty of room for deeper exploration if desired.
• Inspire positive change: Encourage students to take ownership of their future, equipping them with the tools and confidence to become environmental leaders and innovators.
• Flexible length and timing: With five core lessons designed to take no more than 30 minutes each, plus endless suggestions and resources for extended learning, you can adapt this program’s length to suit your class’s needs and timetable.

What’s inside the FutureMakers program?

→ Five inspiring video lessons
Each lesson kicks off with a short, engaging video introducing one of five essential community design topics: food, waste, water, transportation and energy. Your students will discover innovative solutions shaping the future of sustainability and feel inspired to make an impact.

→Additional activities and prompts for deeper learning
FutureMakers gives you the freedom to add elements onto the lessons  to fit your class’s needs. Each core lesson takes less than 30 minutes, and our “Extension Buffet” offers optional hands-on activities, games, writing prompts, and activities for deeper learning. Whether you have 30 minutes or all day, you’ll have everything you need to spark critical thinking and creativity.

→ Student planning booklet
Guide your students through the process of designing their ideal sustainable community with our easy-to-print booklet. There’s space for student notes, sketches and reflections, empowering them to apply what they’ve learned and think like real-world problem-solvers.

→ Build time
Students will love applying their newfound knowledge as they design and build their sustainable communities. This hands-on activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and practical application of lessons learned.

→ Teacher forum
Join a community of educators using FutureMakers! Share feedback, exchange ideas, and connect with fellow teachers in our exclusive online Teacher Forum.

Additional discounts & benefits

• 10% OFF group purchase: Save when you purchase 10 or more licenses for your school or district. Use code DVK3JRJV at checkout and submit participant details to programs@outdoorlearningstore.com.
• $10 towards supplementary resources: Each license includes a $10 credit toward additional sustainability education materials.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to shape a better world.