Especially for Families, Students, and Teachers
Drought-Related Activities
The Western United States, like many parts of the world, is in the midst of a drought. It is up to us to conserve water in lots of ways. Here is some inspiration and activities to help you save water at home.
WATER DIARY AND FAMILY CONTRACT
To help families track their water use and save water (and money).
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SAVING WATER IN THE BATHROOM
All about saving water while brushing, flushing and washing
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WHY WE ALL LOVE WATER: A STORY
Download and print the story that shows why we all love water. Its great for classroom story time.
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MOSTLY WATER - AN ART CONTEST FOR EVERYONE
An Art Contest Celebrating Water
NEED TWO SHORT PARAGRAPHS HERE: One to introduce the contest and one to talk a little about this example we’re showing.
Art Projects for Children
OTTER HATS (outside of hat)
Otter Hats (outside of hat)
Print each hat on 11 x 17″ paper, color, staple the ends together and enjoy! Kids go crazy for these, so print several at a time.
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OTTER HATS (inside of hat)
Otter Hats (inside of hat)
If you can print double-sided, print this page on the opposite side of the front of the hat. When assembled, the inside of the hat will have some “hidden” facts about North American river otters.
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WATERSHED FRIENDS FINGER PUPPETS
Watershed Friends Finger Puppets
Who Loves Water? Otter, Beaver, Raccoon, Fish, Heron, Frog and Human all share the watershed. Here are watershed friends finger puppets to color and enjoy.
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OTTER MASK
Projects for School or Home
CAMERA TRAPPING BASICS
Camera Trapping Basics
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TRACK CASTING
Track Casting
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Otters 101
Otters 101
Watch what happens when the students of Ashtabula, Ohio team up with us to make positive change for river otters:
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