Water Bodies: a geography and earth science unit

Description

Why Choose Wild Earth Lab?

Drawing on my environmental science background, I create accurate, engaging resources that make teaching easier. Original, thoughtfully designed visuals and hands-on activities help bring the real experience of being a scientist into your classroom.

Age Range

Designed with flexibility in mind, these materials can be adapted for learners from elementary through early middle school, making them suitable for mixed-age groups.

What’s Included?

(26 PDF pages total)

• PART 1: INTRO TO WATER FEATURES:
  • • Introductory readings (2)
    • Common water features poster
    • 3-part cards of the following water bodies: pond, lake, stream, spring, waterfall, wetland, estuary, delta, ocean, bay, reservoir, and ditch/canal
    • Informational cards
    • Flashcard sorting activities (directions)
• PART 2: WATER FEATURES OF MOUNTAINS AND COASTS:
  • • Mountain water features diagram
    • Coastal water features diagram
    • Unlabeled diagram copies for student practice
    • Reusable tiles for labeling
• PART 3: WATER FEATURE PROJECTS:
  • • Water features map project (handout with directions, example project, and rubric)
    • Water features field trip worksheets
• Access to additional online materials: background information and more ways to expand on this topic.

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Good to Know

• Single-classroom use: Materials are for personal and single-classroom use only and may not be shared or distributed. Contact me about multiple licenses for schools or organizations.
• Digital product: This is an instant PDF download, designed for printing on standard 8.5 × 11-inch paper. Due to the nature of digital products, purchases are non-refundable.
• Adult supervision: Activities should be completed with appropriate adult supervision.
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