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Human impact on watersheds can make or break an ecosystem. Learners use a game to learn about the impact human choices have on water quality and the organisms that depend on it. The activity includes a game board and game cards that tell a story about a local watershed.
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Instructional Ideas
- Review important vocabulary with the class prior to the activity
- Use in conjunction with a unit on wildlife conservation
Classroom Considerations
- Activity expects pupils the have knowledge of the components of a watershed
- Allow time to prepare materials prior to the lesson
Pros
- Includes detailed teacher notes
- Uses a concrete representation for an abstract concept
Cons
- None