3rd Grade: Classroom Program

Additional eligibility: 
Some programs may be available to additional schools through grant funding and partnerships. This may include Pathways schools, schools in Ukiah, or schools in unincorporated areas of Sonoma County. If your school is located outside the listed service area, please register or contact us to confirm eligibility.

Water Hero Lesson 1 Summary:

This hands-on, engaging lesson uses visuals, movement, games, and models to teach students about storm drain pollution, our water system, drought and water conservation.     

Essential Question:

• Where does our water come from?
  

Learning Objectives:

• Students will know where their water comes from and how it gets to homes.  

• Students will understand why water conservation is important and identify ways to use less water. 

• Students will recognize examples of storm drain pollution and how to prevent it. 

Energy Hero Lesson 2 Summary:

This hands-on, engaging lesson uses visuals, movement, activities, and models to teach students about the connection between water and energy, the difference between weather and climate, the basics of climate change, and simple ways to use less electricity.   

Essential Question:

• How is electricity use connected to our changing climate? 

Learning Objectives:

• Students will understand the difference between weather and climate.  

• Students will recognize that climate change is caused by the warming of global temperatures due to increased greenhouse gases in our atmosphere.

• Students will explore what our community is doing to reduce greenhouse gases and identify ways they can use less electricity.