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Watershed Science

CONTENTS OF CURRICULUM UNIT 17.02.07

Unit Guide

Stream Table Science: How Water Changes the Land

Jason Ward

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Introduction

This unit is designed to help 2nd grade level students develop an understanding of the effects of weathering and erosion caused by water. Students will explore and test the creation of a variety of landforms using a stream table to conduct a series of investigations related to water erosion. Students will learn about how water changes the land through hands-on play and investigation. In addition, students will use programs such as Google Earth and/or USGS Streamer to identify landforms and trace the path of the Connecticut River. A literature connection and several class activities round out the study of water’s role in changing and shaping the earth. This unit focuses on three questions: If I floated on a boat down the Connecticut River, where would I go? Why is there sand at the beach? How does water change the land?

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