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Website
US Department of Agriculture

Nrcs: Soil and Water Resources Conservation Act (Rca)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides background to the Soil and Water Resources Conservation Act of 1977 and its later amendments. Describes how input was gathered from various public interest groups. The full report, an information sheet, summaries of meetings,...
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Interactive
Other

Water Family Site: Online Conservation Game

For Students 9th - 10th
Play the Online Conservation Game by creating a family of avatars who spends time in their home learning how to best save on water in daily living. You're sure to learn things about laundry and gardening you never knew before!
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Interactive
Inland Fisheries Ireland

Something Fishy: Water, Water, Everywhere

For Students K - 1st
Colorful and informative site provides users with a comprehensive lesson on water. Discuss the forms of water, the water cycle, water conservation and more.
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Website
US Department of Agriculture

China's Agricultural Water Policy Reforms [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
"This report documents the problem of water scarcity in parts of northern China and describes China's agricultural water management policies as well as reforms underway to encourage water conservation." (USDA) (PDF Format)
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Website
Other

Canadian Water Network

For Students 9th - 10th
This organization is funded by the Canadian government. Its mandate is to study water issues and come up with strategies for the effective management of Canada's water resources to preserve them for present and future generations. There...
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Lesson Plan
Other

Wet in the City: Read a Water Meter and Water Bill [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
For this lesson, students will monitor the school's water meter to get an overview of the total water consumption and the cost of that water which will help them develop an idea of water consumption patterns and how much money the school...
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: How Much Water Do You Use?

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students keep track of their own water usage for one week, gaining an understanding of how much water is used for various everyday activities. They relate their own water usages to the average residents of imaginary Thirsty County, and...
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Lesson Plan
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: The Water Sourcebooks [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is online resource is for teachers of all grades. The Water Sourcebook contains activities grouped according to grade level. Detailed lesson plans are provided along with glossary and fact sheets.
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Interactive
Other

Project Wet: Discover Water

For Students 3rd - 5th
Interactive opportunities which emphasize the impact water has on our lives. Explore watersheds, ocean water, fresh water sources, and ways to use water responsibly by engaging in activities, coloring pages, and short quizzes.
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Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Human Water Cycle

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students learn about the human water cycle, or how humans impact the water cycle by settling down in civilizations. Specifically, they learn how people obtain, use and dispose of water. Students also learn about shortages of treated,...
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Unit Plan
Other

Virtual Field Trip: Water/aquifers

For Students 6th - 8th
This virtual field trip for middle school students looks at aquifers and their place in the hydrologic cycle. Students learn why and how it is important to protect the source of your drinking water and some unique details about the...
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Website
Other

World Vision: Water Matters Connection

For Students 3rd - 8th
Become informed about the importance of the world's clean water availability through games, photo albums, photo puzzles, quizzes, online polls, and teacher resources.
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Handout
State Energy Conservation Office-Texas

State Energy Conservation Office: Renewable Energy for the Home [Pdf]

For Students 4th - 6th
Discusses different ways to heat and cool a home, and perform a variety of tasks, using renewable energy sources. Examples include window shades, a solar water heater, solar-powered toys, etc.
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Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Water Wonders

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site from the Environmental Education for Kids contains colorful and detailed information on water resources. Site covers fascinating tips and facts, as well as engaging quizzes on the wonderful world of water. Best suited for...
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Lesson Plan
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: The Case of the Mysterious Renters [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Let your students discover how much water they use in one day. Then allow them to brainstorms ideas on how to conserve that water and why it is important. PDF format.
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Website
US Department of Energy

U.s. Department of Energy: Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Access to information, policy initiatives, advice, and analysis on issues of energy efficiency and renewable energy, from the U.S. Department of Energy. Its network is responsible for tracking the technological, economic, and...
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Website
Other

Water Use It Wisely: Links and Resources for Water Conservation

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive reference page with numerous links to water conservation resources. On your quest to begin your own water preservation program, you can reach clean water organizations, read water conservation tips, research landscape...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Conserving Water

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how we can conserve water.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Conserving Water

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how we can conserve water.
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Conserving Water Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for an earth science unit on conserving water. Review questions are included at the bottom of the study guide.
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Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Be the Change: Water Facts and Conservation Tips

For Students 3rd - 5th
Explains why it is important to conserve water and tips for doing so.
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Activity
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Playing With Water Packet: Grades 1 and 2: Summer of Possibilities

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Use these water-themed activity sheets to allow children to choose their own learning adventures.
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Unit Plan
Next.cc

Next: Water

For Students 3rd - 8th
Multiple activities help students gain a better understanding of the importance of water conservation. Click on the links provides for further exploration.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Water Worries

For Teachers 2nd - 4th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage discusses the world-wide shortage of clean drinking water and ways to conserve water. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading...

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