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National Association of Conservation Districts' Education Resources
Soil Education Network Soils Education Curriculum K-12
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Programs are one hour in length. Some programs may require an outdoor space, large classroom or other space to accommodate.
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What is a Watershed?
The Enviroscape is a three-dimensional watershed model used to demonstrate different ecological processes and allows students to investigate the causes of point and non-point source pollution. Students see first-hand how their actions and those of others may affect the water quality in our rivers and streams.
Suggested Age: Grade 3 - Adult
Shaping Watersheds - Augmented Reality Sandbox
This interactive 3-D exhibit combines 3D visualization applications with a hands-on sandbox to teach earth science concepts.
Suggested Age: Grade 3 - Adult
The Incredible Journey
Water might be called our most recycled resource because the water on earth is constantly moving in a cycle. Hands-on investigation that will teach important concepts about Earth’s most precious natural resource – WATER! Students will simulate the movement of water within the water cycle by recording their journey while making a beaded water cycle bracelet. Activity also has a great extension into story writing or journaling.
Suggested Age: Grade 3 - 8
Pollinators
Students will learn about the process and importance of pollination, including parts of flowers and a variety of species responsible for pollination.
Suggested Age: Grade K - 3