It focuses largely on environmental conservation and awareness. Project wildaquatic wild are interdisciplinary, conservation, and environmental education programs that emphasize wildlife, aquatic wildlife, aquatic ecosystems, people, and the environment. Project wild florida fish and wildlife conservation. Because these activities are designed for integration into existing courses of study, instructors may use one or many project wild activities or the entire set of activities. Project wild correlation matrix pdf, 27kb wild aquatic correlation matrix pdf, 68kb both documents were drafted fall, 2007. In my experience challenging science activities and concepts are generally missing from this curriculum. It also includes standards for the welfare of farmed fish and use of antimicrobial agents in aquatic animals. No work may be used or reproduced in part or whole without express written permission from watermullen. Project wild aquatic activity descriptions the activities within each section are in order of complexity, moving the student from basic conceptual understanding to application. For information about project learning tree plt contact the forest resource education center at 7328339816. This project included both active and passive surveillance in order to study the diseases and pathogens in particular.
North carolinas wildlife action plan ncwap is a comprehensive planning tool developed by the n. Workshops, offered at no charge, matching state and national teaching standards offer valuable education and lesson plans about the natural world. Project wild is an interdisciplinary conservation and environmental education program that focuses on wildlife and habitat. Project aquatic wild gives educators active educational lessons about aquatic wildlife and habitats to incorporate into your curriculum. The sanitary measures in the aquatic code should be used by the competent authorities of importing and exporting countries for the prevention, early detection. Jan 01, 2005 the project wild curriculum is used by outdoor schools and environmental education programs everywhere.
The project wild k12 curriculum and activity guide focuses on wildlife and habitat. Rules for aquatic plant removal and control washington. Project wildwild aquatic correlation with nj core curriculum. All work is owned by julianna mullen, watermullen, or where noted, the listed client. Project wild and aquatic wild in new jersey due to insufficient staffing levels, open enrollment workshops are no longer offered. Each project wild aquatic activity contains all the information needed to conduct that activity including objectives, method, background information, a list of materials needed, procedures, evaluation suggestions, recommended grade levels, subject areas, duration, group size, setting, and key terms. Within these aquatic ecosystems are living things that depend on the water for survival, such as fish, plants, and microorganisms. You will receive training for both and the books for each. These spry, wirey ungulates might not seem like the best candidates for domestication at first blush, but their ability to turn sparse vegetation into hides, meat, and milk likely made the effort worth the while to settlers of the. The project wild curriculum is used by outdoor schools and environmental education programs everywhere. Project wild is one of the most widelyused conservation and environmental education programs among educators of students in prekindergarten through high school.
In new jersey, the states core curriculum content standards cccs describe what students should know and be able to do in specific academic areas and across disciplines, in the course of their k 12 experience. But many wild bird species are important sources of pathogens that are of particular importance to animal and human health, for example, avian influenza viruses. Sexual reproduction of wild celery vallisneria americana. Disease surveillance programs and longitudinal studies are uncommon in wild bird populations across the world. Project wet educators guides project wet curriculum water quality testing kits kids activity booklets childrens books shipping ground water flow models water history activity kits materials in spanish top sellers donate to project wet new products maps and posters returns and exchanges 2009 coordinators conference flooding ecommerce, open source, shop, online shopping. Project wet foundation water education for teachers. When heated by the solar energy, water temperature would increase due to the absorption of heat energy, if there was no ice. Wildlife resources commission to help conserve and enhance the states full array of fish and wildlife species and their habitats. Project wildwild aquatic correlation with nj core curriculum content standards, nj division of fish and wildlife. Browse the product catalog below for products that support the project wild curriculum. Project wild is an interdisciplinary conservation and environmental education. A copy of this correlation may be downloaded at educationprojectwild.
Sections 8 to 11 of the aquatic code include diseasespecific chapters for the oie listed aquatic animal diseases. Project wild florida fish and wildlife conservation commission. Click and hold, then drag to move to another location. The program focuses on waters physical properties, water quality and what impacts it, and peoples relationship to water throughout their lives.
Project wild aquatic alignments page 3 of 16 designing a habitat grades 58 grades 35 3. Dont miss this great opportunity to learn both of these resources in one class. Save or print the pamphlet or request one from a wdfw office. Both sets of curriculum emphasize handson activities to engage youth. Project wild is an education program rooted in nature that helps educators bring the outdoors to their students. Supplemental curriculum materials for grades k12 are provided.
Project wet activities are easily incorporated into a schools existing curricula. Free oneday workshops materials are offered for project wild, aquatic wild. During the tenhour training workshop participants will sample activities and receive both curriculum guides. Share key water messages and inspire action to address watershed issues with help from the watercourse. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. All curriculum materials are backed by sound educational practices and theory, and represent the work of many professionals within the fields of education and natural resource management from across the country. Because these activities are designed for integration into existing courses of study. Aquatic ecosystems and watersheds aquatic ecosystems include oceans, lakes, rivers, streams, estuaries, and wetlands. Cuban treefrog 710kb pdf links for educators fcat style activities schoolyard wildlife pack fwc grades k6 project wild and aquatic wild fwc grades 3 12 amphibians and reptiles. Purchase a fishing license or boating permit, get reports, learn where to fish and download maps of sd lakes. For wild aquatic information contact karen byrne at karen. The present book mainly deals with aquaculture and fisheries environment and updates the subject matter and problems to incorporate new concepts and issues related to. The aquatic wild program and curriculum guide is available to formal and nonformal educators who attend an aquatic wild training through project wild state partners.
Project wilds mission is to provide wildlifebased conservation and environmental. An interdisciplinary, conservation and environment education program emphasizing wildlife, people, and the environment. Use the zoom tools to zoom inout on the map and click on trail segments for trail condition information. Download a pdf copy of the aquatic plants and fish pamphlet. Project wild aquatic wild are interdisciplinary, conservation, and environmental education programs that emphasize wildlife, aquatic wildlife, aquatic ecosystems, people, and the environment. A copy of this correlation may be downloaded at project wild and aquatic wild guides and the 2018. However, schools and school districts, nature centers or groups of 10 or more educators wishing to receive training in this guide should email karen. Wild and wild aquatic are cosponsored by the kansas department of. This workshop will cover project aquatic wild and project wet. Find project wild lesson plans and teaching resources. These experiences involve concepts in science, math, vocabulary, art, music and movement, health and safety, and.
Each disease chapter includes a list of currently known susceptible species. They are derived from the project wild curriculum and activity guide. The oie aquatic animal health code the aquatic code provides standards for the improvement of aquatic animal health worldwide. Project wild the following lesson plans are arranged by topic. Project aquatic wild places an emphasis on aquatic wildlife and aquatic ecology.
The project wild aquatic k12 curriculum and activity guide emphasizes aquatic wildlife and aquatic ecosystems. First graders explore how the needs of aquatic animals are met through their environments. However, water character water air influence to aquatic organisms density 1 gcm3 1800 of water get buoyancy. Project wild and aquatic wild are timeproven effective activity guides that. An interdisciplinary, conservation, and environment education program focusing on aquatic wildlife and ecosystems. Visit a state park, learn about our park facilities and safety. Free oneday workshops materials are offered for project wild, aquatic wild and flying wild. For example, let us consider the floating ice bergs in the antarctic ocean. The goal of the project wild, wild aquatic and wild school sites programs, is to assist learners of any age in developing awareness, knowledge, skills, and commitment to result in informed decisions, responsible behavior and constructive actions concerning. Ecosystem ppt powerpoint presentation pdf download. Linking adults and students to wildlife and the outdoors project wild is a wildlifefocused conservation education program for k12 educators and their students. The guide has been adapted for a canadian context by cwf and brought.
Project wild correlations to north carolina k5 science essential standards apply to the activities found in the 2017 project wild manual see below. Growing up wild is an early childhood program that builds on childrens sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and their habitats, with an emphasis on promoting aquatic resource appreciation and stewardship. It is based on the premise that young people and educators have a vital interest in learning about our natural world. Supplemental curriculum materials for grades k12 ar. Through a wide range of activities and experiences, growing up wild provides an early foundation for developing positive impressions about nature and lifelong. Project wild aquatic k12 curriculum and activity guide. For more information about project wild and wild school sites contact liz jackson at liz. Plt k8, plt early childhood, growing up wild, aquatic. Dozier assistant professor and extension water resources specialist this publication offers information on conserving water and protecting the quality of water in lakes, streams or rivers of texas. In this life science activity, 1st graders use aquatic animal cards to answer questions about the animals habitats, watch a video with key. Project wild workshops canadian wildlife federation. It is organized in topic units and is based on the project wild conceptual framework. The 20192020 water game jam will focus on aquatic ecosystems in iowa and encourage students to incorporate field investigation data and observations, online data resources and investigations in a new game idea.
Project wild aquatic and project learning tree early experiences for home school educators spring hill civic center thursday, october 28, 2010 9. All you need to do is just click on the download link and get it. Project wilds mission is to help students learn how to think, not what to think, about wildlife and the environment. Project wet helps you use nature as a classroom and meet standards. Project wild and aquatic wild invite you to explore and share the fascinating world of terrestrial and aquatic wildlife and ecosystems using fun, handson educational activities. If you liked it then please share it or if you want to ask anything then please hit comment button.
The modern education movement effecting change nationwide involves standardsbased education. Project wet is intended for teachers and nonformal educators working with youth in kindergarten through 12th grade. The program guides contain over 140 activities for educators of youths in grades k12 that are correlated to the naaee guidelines as well national science. Wild resources iowa conservation education coalition. For more information, go to the web site and click on get training. Linking adults and students to wildlife and the outdoors. Conserving water saves money texas water supplies are abundant in some areas but limited in others. For those looking for an inperson training, water education colorados project wet educator workshop has been rescheduled for august 21 in keystone. Discover south dakotas diverse game population, learn basic hunting facts, apply for a license and download hunting maps. The recommendations are intended to prevent the pathogenic agent in question being introduced into an importing country. The goal of project wild is to develop awareness, knowledge, skills, and commitment resulting in informed decisions, responsible behavior, and constructive actions concerning wildlife and the environment. Aquatic wild activities and professional training workshops emphasize aquatic wildlife and aquatic ecology.
Moore virginia institute of marine science college of. Take stem outside and learn about wildlife in the environment is just part of the goals of projects wild and aquatic wild. Since 1984, project wild has been a model for wild education programs in canada. These ecosystems are very fragile and can be easily disturbed by pollution.
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