Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom

08/30/2026

Wow, what a pleasure today at the State Fair visiting with Joanie Shoemaker and Sudsy Benesch from the Colorado Cattlewomen PLUS meeting the Youth Beef Ambassadors handing out Beef sticks and promoting beef!

08/30/2026

Cyndi just finished restocking the Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom booth in the Ag Palace at the Colorado State Fair. Stop by and pick up your FREE classroom resources and visit with one of our Volunteers or Cyndi throughout the rest of the Fair! Want to help us increase agriculture literacy throughout Colorado?
Donate at www.coagclassroom.org.

08/29/2026

If you missed stopping by the CoAITC booth in the Ag Palace at the Colorado State Fair today, you missed visiting with two very special people and picking up FREE activity books, Literacy Kit details and agricultural literacy reading materials! Jim Ehrlich and his wife Deb (pictured) are just two of our dedicated and hardworking supporters. Jim is a valuable member of our Executive Board of Directors and has assisted us in a wide variety of endeavors. Deb is an amazing volunteer who is always available to lend a helping hand. Want to help our team extend our reach educating prek-12 students, teachers and consumers about agriculture? DONATE at www.coagclassroom.org.

08/26/2026

Set up and ready to go for the 2026 Colorado State Fair in the Ag Palace! Stop by and visit with some of our Board members and pick up FREE activity books and packets. HINT: you may discover what the 2027 Literacy Kit Theme will be! Say Cheese!!

08/26/2026

Did you know that Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom has a multitude of curriculum lessons tied to state science state standards? Plus math, social studies, and much, much more………. Check us out at www.coagclassroom.org. Want to help us enrich the lives of students, teachers and the community overall? Donate today!

"Women in Botany" by Mary Wissinger is a book that supports agricultural literacy for young readers grades 3-5.

Can one seed make a difference? Women in Botany introduces kids to the field of botany through the questions of a spunky girl whose inquiries guide an engaging, scientifically accurate conversation. Readers will experience the dazzling world of plants and learn about timeless women botanists who have used tiny seeds to do huge things, like create new medicines and feed their communities.

Use the following link to learn more and discover free lesson plans associated with this resource: https://agclassroom.org/matrix/companion-resources/1375/

08/25/2026

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CONGRATULATIONS Patrick Pulis from Weld County Extension and his group of winning Mashed Potato dancers! Patrick Pulis is the 4‑H Youth Development and Outreach Specialist for Weld County Extension, Colorado State University. As an expansion of our 2026 Literacy Kit focused on Colorado Potatoes, we asked for Youtube videos recording current interpretations of the popular song and dance craze from the 1960's hit song by Dee Dee Sharp, Mashed Potato Time. We chose Patrick's as the winner. Don't you think we chose well? Enjoy!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/19/2026

Happy National Potato Day!!! Did you know that Colorado’s San Luis Valley is one of our nation’s top potato producing areas? Yay!!! Much appreciation to the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee for your support of CoAITC! Thank you also to Rachel Alnutt, Sierra Ge**er and McCall Knecht for helping us promote Colorado potatoes in our 2026 Literacy Project!

08/18/2026

CoAITC is proud to partner once again with the incredible Colorado CattleWomen and Colorado Beef Council to unveil the latest edition of CATTLE IN COLORADO HISTORY-Then and Now!, an extraordinary activity book that contains agricultural literacy activities, historical facts and information on cattle production in our state. Thank you Colorado CattleWomen and Colorado Beef Council for allowing us to help distribute and share the information. Keep your eyes peeled for the electronic version and teachers’ guides as we add those to our webpage.

08/18/2026

08/15/2026

Happy World Honey Day! Help us share more information about bees, pollination, honey and honey production by donating today! www.colorado.agclassroom.org.

Happy World Honey Bee Day! 🐝 Celebrated annually on the third Saturday of August, this day is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role honey bees play in our ecosystems and agriculture.
Honey bees are essential pollinators, responsible for the production of a significant portion of the fruits, nuts, and vegetables we consume.
Despite their importance, honey bee populations face threats from habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. World Honey Bee Day encourages us to appreciate these industrious insects and take action to protect their habitats. Whether it’s planting bee-friendly flowers, reducing pesticide use, or supporting local beekeepers, everyone can contribute to the conservation of honey bees and ensure their survival for generations to come. #🍯 Photos of BC Honey Hives LLC