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Grades1-12Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Health
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Provided by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
What it is
- This article provides information about the Milwaukee Riverkeeper organization's classroom programs that offer lessons and activities about STEM careers, watersheds, and protecting water quality in the Milkwaukee area.
- These activities can be scheduled with the organization to provide access to the tools and expertise from this organization.
Teaching tips
Positives
- These activities are tailored for schools that can't engage in off-campus field trips.
- These activities expose students to STEM careers.
Additional Prerequisites
- There is an email address at the end of the article to contact for scheduling the activities.
Differentiation
- These activities could supplement a classroom discussion on what economic incentives have led to fewer restrictions on chemical pollution and more plastic production.
- The "An Introduction to Water" activity could enhance a mini-lesson on the ocean's usefulness as a carbon sink.
- The "An Introduction to Water" activity could accompany a classroom discussion on the impact water quality has on personal health.
- These activities could support a classroom discussion on the importance of protecting natural ecosystems, habitats, and biodiversity.
From the scientist review
This resource from Milwaukee Riverkeeper is an introduction to all of the free in-class lessons available for 4th-9th grade. All of these lessons give students hands-on learning and help to both increase students’ knowledge of their local environment and make students aware that they are a part of a clean water future for Milwaukee. Six classroom programs are described and contact information is included for educators who are interested. The text is clear and the page features several colorful photos showing students engaged in projects. This resource is recommended for teaching.
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