Curriculum Resources
WONDERWISE
Are you looking for a packaged lesson to "hook" new youth, or do you have an existing group that you need a lesson for? WONDERWISE introduces you to women who have made science their career. However, the kits can be used for both males and females. WONDERWISE kits include a video and CD-ROM. The Activity Books (English and Spanish versions) can be downloaded from the WONDERWISE website as well supply lists and community service ideas. Available topics include:
- African Plant Explorer - Why do certain plants prevent or cure humna diseases?
- Space Geologist - What can craters on earth and other planets caused by asteroids tell us?
- Vet Detective - Can the science behind traditional Native values protect elk and bison herds on reservations?
- Parasite Sleuth - How do parasites survive inside another animal without being digested and expelled?
- Rainforest Ecologist - How do rainforests support poisonous frogs and other life?
- Sea Otter Biologist - Wht impact do environmental disasters have on nature?
- Urban Ecologist - What keeps wetlands healthy?
- Pollen Detective - Does pollen play an importatn part of our lives besides perstering us with allergies?
- Genetic Counselor - What casues genetic diseases and how are they passed from generation to generation?
If interested in checking one out for your county or region, please contact Katie Clarke (507-372-3900) at the Worthington Regional Office..
Traveling Trash Trunks
Three 30-minute lessons focus on the topics of garbage, resource recovery, landfills, and groundwater. Traveling Trash Trunks are filled with curriculum ideas, hands-on activities, books, music, and videos. These interactive, comprehensive lessons are designed for youth ages 5-12. Trash Trunks are loaned out at no charge. Call Ramsey or Washington County to arrange to borrow a Trash Trunk.
Ramsey County: 651-266-1194
Washington County: 651-430-6655