Tidbits for Teachers and Students
Conservation education material for teachers K-12
S.K.Worm
teaches soils
It's a dirty job but someone has to do it—S.K.Worm, the official
annelid, or worm, of the Natural Resources Conservation Service answers
students' questions about soil. Even their teachers can't wiggle their way
out of this one! Slither your way through these soiled questions and earn
a very special diploma. You might even get hooked on Soil!
Dig In! Hands-On Soil Investigations — New Soil Education
Publication
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announce the release
of Dig In! Hands-On Soil Investigations. This lively, 129-page softbound
book, a bestseller when it debuted at the 2001 NSTA convention in St.
Louis, will soon assist educators across the nation in teaching
scientifically accurate soil and soil conservation information in an
enjoyable way. The book is available from NSTA by calling 1-800-277-5300
(7/24/01)
- The book's target audience is Kindergarten through Grade 4 teachers.
Dig In provides classroom-tested lesson plans, stories, and activities
about soil formation, habitats, and land use. The book also discusses
animals and plants that depend on soil. The book's activities are
interesting and fun and lead to a greater appreciation of the value of
soil. Activities meet National Science Education Standards.
- NSTA is the world's largest organization promoting science teaching
and learning for all. The 53,000-member association publishes four
journals, a newspaper, and many books and publications for teachers.
Soil Science
Education
Helping People Understand Soils
America's
Private Land — A Geography of Hope
You'll get the facts and figures on natural resources from A Geography
of Hope, all woven into a framework of land stewardship and a vision
for natural resource management in the 21st century. (7-12)
Backyard
Conservation
Bringing conservation from the countryside to your backyard. - Whether you
have acres in the country, an average-sized suburban yard, or a tiny plot
in the city, you can help protect the environment and add beauty and
interest to your surroundings. There is colorful publication can get you
started and links to other sites to give you more information. Also, see
"Tip Sheets" that help you use conservation practices at home
and bring birds to your backyard. (4-12)
Backyard
Conservation Lesson Plans
A series of lesson plans to teach students about Backyard Conservation
through hands-on studies that promote field investigation and action.
Lesson plans are available for elementary grades 3 to 5, middle school
grades 6 to 8 and high school grades 9 to 12.
Conservation History
The rich history of the Natural Resources Conservation Service is the firm
ground which holds our bond with the land and its people today. (7-12)
Living
in Harmony with Wetlands
Wetlands do so many things — not only for us, but also for plants,
animals, and the land. Discover the functions and values of wetlands.
USDA for Kids
Links to agricultural education sites
PLANTS Database
The PLANTS Database is a single source of standardized information about
plants. This database focuses on vascular plants, mosses, liverworts,
hornworts, and lichens of the U.S. and its territories.
National
Association of Conservation Districts Education site
Year of Clean Water
2002 is the Year of Clean Water. This web site includes scheduled
national and state events, as well as a special section for kids. USDA is
a sponsor of the Year of Clean Water.
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