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Worksheet
Compost Word Search
Print Language:
English
Type:
Compost Word Search
This fun word search worksheet helps students reinforce key composting vocabulary.
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Worksheet
Compost Crossword Puzzle
Print Language:
English
Type:
Compost Crossword Puzzle
This interactive crossword puzzle challenges students to match compost related vocabulary with their correct definition.
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Worksheet
Compost Sort
Print Language:
English
Type:
Compost Sort
This hands-on worksheet helps lower elementary students sort everyday items into “compost” and “trash” categories using simple pictures and clear labels.
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Lesson Plan
Testing Water: On-Site Stream Sketch
Print Language:
English
Type:
Testing Water: On-Site Stream Sketch
In this hands-on lesson, students begin by sketching a local stream, observing its features and surroundings to build a visual understanding of watershed dynamics
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Lesson Plan
Testing Water: Invasive Species
Print Language:
English
Type:
Testing Water: Invasive Species
Students become citizen scientists in this updated lesson plan by surveying plant and animal species within a local watershed, using field guides and data sheets to record their findings.
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Handout
Texas River Biodiversity Turn and Talk Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Texas River Biodiversity Turn and Talk Handout
This new companion Turn and Talk discussion guide for the Texas River Biodiversity Virtual Field Trip helps students reflect on key concepts and share observations with peers.
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Lesson Plan
Testing Water: Data Analysis
Print Language:
English
Type:
Testing Water: Data Analysis
Bring all the learning from the Testing Water series together with the Data Analysis lesson plan.
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Handout
Testing Water: Data Analysis Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Testing Water: Data Analysis Handout
This is the accompanying worksheet for the Testing Water: Data Analysis lesson plan.
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Presentations
How to Compost Kids Edition
Print Language:
English
Type:
How to Compost Kids Edition
The How to Compost presentation is great to review what a compost is and the foundational aspects of making a compost bin at home.
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Presentations
How to Compost Presentation Notes
Print Language:
English
Type:
How to Compost Presentation Notes
The How to Compost presentation Notes provide teachers with supplemental material that can be used for different parts of the How to Compost presentation.
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Handout
Art Contest Flyer
Print Language:
English
Type:
Art Contest Flyer
This flyer lets students, parents, and educators know all about the Take Care of Texas Art Contest for students in grades K - 5.
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Poster
Anatomy of a Compost Pile
Print Language:
English, Spanish
Type:
Anatomy of a Compost Pile
Reduce waste by creating your own backyard compost!
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Handout
Introduction to Air Quality Data Analysis Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Introduction to Air Quality Data Analysis Handout
Have students learn about air quality by studying their own environment with this interactive handout.
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Handout
Testing Water: Community Awareness Plan Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Testing Water: Community Awareness Plan Handout
This resource works in conjunction with the Testing Water Community Awareness Plan lesson plan.
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Handout
Protecting Texas Waters Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Protecting Texas Waters Handout
Use this great resource to help students track their understanding while watching the Protecting Texas Waters virtual field trip.
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Handout
Anatomy of a Compost Pile Handout
Print Language:
English
Type:
Anatomy of a Compost Pile Handout
Use this handout with the new Anatomy of a Compost Pile poster to help students follow along as you explain the different parts of a compost pile.
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