Activity
US Environmental Protection Agency

Aquifer in a Cup

For Teachers K - 3rd
Young scientists create their very own aquifers in this science lesson on ground water. After learning about how some people get their drinking water from underground wells, young learners use sand, modeling clay, and aquarium rocks to...
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Advocates for Human Rights

The Right to a Clean Environment: Water

For Students K - 2nd
First, young citizens learn about water consumption by doing some research themselves on their home water usage and sharing their findings with the class. Then, they do some brainstorming and devise a plan to reduce water consumption.
Lesson Plan
Kenan Fellows

Making Connections with Water Quality

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
What's in your water? And, why is water quality so important? Enhance your class's level of water appreciation through a lesson that demonstrates the necessity of water quality. Environmental enthusiasts explore the EPA's Clean Water...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Does Earth Day Mean? - Biology Teaching Thesis

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers possible sources of water pollution, and explain the effects that water pollution can have on the food on the food chain. They Name human and other animal (i.e. fish) illnesses that can be contracted from drinking...
Worksheet
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

Pesky Plastics: The Problem with Plastic

For Students 2nd - 4th Standards
What can happen to the environment if plastic continues to pollute it? Learners read about the implications of plastic on health, water, and nature in a two-page reading passage. After they finish reading, they work on six comprehension...
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Curated OER

Be Kind to Your Teeth

For Students K - 2nd
What kinds of food can be bad for your teeth? Kindergartners and first graders explore dental health with an interactive science inquiry. Given a choice of foods such as celery, cake, and milk, kids choose which ones are better for their...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

One Kid Can Make A Difference

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Learners make a pledge to make three positive choices for 30 days and track their progress. For this positive choices lesson plan, students discuss ways in which they can be healthier, protect the environment, be respectful, and more....
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Earth Day Unit Plan: Pollution in the Anacostia River - Biology Teaching Thesis

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders are able to explain that there are pollutants in the Anacostia River, what these pollutants can cause, and how to prevent further pollution. They examine the impacts that the pollutants of the Anacostia River could have on...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Our Healthy Bodies

For Teachers K
Students complete a variety of activities designed to enhance their awareness of their bodies. They examine pictures of themselves, taken at various points in the year and examine and compare their bodies. They enjoy a healthy snack...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Conservation

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine how destructive fishing practices affect the health of coral reefs. They watch a Powerpoint Presentation, conduct an experiment, and in small groups create a Powerpoint Presentation.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Understanding the Epidemiologic Triangle through Infectious Disease

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Introduce infectious diseases and the epidemiologic triangle. A helpful resource describes the agent, host, and environment from the three vertices as well as the time factor, which is in the middle. Scholars complete a simple...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Soda to be Absent from Schools

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Should schools serve soda to students? Learners read an artlcle that argues against the sale of soda in schools and engage in a class discussion. They then complete a short assessment to check for comprehension and reflect on the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Understanding the Epidemiologic Triangle through Infectious Disease

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students examine the epidemiologic triangle. In this disease instructional activity, students discuss infectious disease as they study how they spread and discover their families' experiences with them. Students research Internet sites...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Why Drinking Water Is the Way to Go

For Students 9th - 10th
Every person, plant, and animal needs water to survive. Learn why water is so important for our health and how you can keep yourself hydrated and healthy by drinking enough fluids every day.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Woods & Camping Safety for the Whole Family

For Students 9th - 10th
Be prepared for anything when going on a hiking or camping trip. Know what you need to be aware of in order to stay safe. Find information on insect bites, allergic reactions, proper camping attire, and safe drinking water, and learn...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: What's the Big Sweat About Dehydration?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find out why it is so very important to drink water in order to prevent dehydration. This article also tells you what to do if you do become dehydrated.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Staying Safe While in the Water

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to providing tips to help you stay safe when playing in or near a swimming pool, lake, or water park, this website includes statistics about pool-related injuries and drowning.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: A Guide to Eating for Sports

For Students 9th - 10th
Television ads and magazines are littered with new sports drinks and supplements that claim to enhance performance for athletes. Are these claims proven to be true or just cunning marketing schemes? This article delves into the hype and...
Unit Plan
Curated OER

Kids Health: Dehydration and Treating Dehydration

For Students 9th - 10th
KidsHealth: Dehydration and Treating Dehydration
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Dehydration

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to providing a good definition of "Dehydration," this website explains how dehydration affects the body, how people get dehydrated, and how you can treat and prevent dehydration.
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Where Does Your Water Come From? [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Where does your drinking water come from? This resource features a clear and concise explanation for this question. This resource will be beneficial to students and teachers.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Water Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Going to a beach or a pool can make for a great time if one is conscious of potential hazards that are associated with these locations. This site covers important considerations necessary for an enjoyable yet safe experience.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Staying Healthy

For Students 3rd - 5th
Find yummy recipes for food to make yourself! There are also articles about the reasons for vitamins and minerals, how to eat when you're playing sports, and a number of other important topics.