Time to slow the flow! Using curriculum developed by Penn State, this kit teaches youth about the importance of water and how we can keep it clean! This kit has a series of four activities, each building upon the other. Youth will build a “community” and find out the best ways to get water back into the ground. There are optional online activities listed at the end of the curriculum book as well. Each kit accommodates two groups of up to 10 youth each (20 youth total). Additional supplies are needed for this kit that are not provided (see list below).
Age Level: 10+; 5th-8th grade
Time: 1.5-2+ hours. Can be extended by doing the Taking It Further activities or by adding in the No New H2O activities (separate curriculum).
Applications: Storm Water Management; Water Cycle; Ecosystems; Urban Planning
Kit Contents
- Rain to Drain Curriculum
- Plastic Activity Cards
- Needlepoint Canvas
- Felt
- Measuring cups
- Plastic Cups
- Blue Permanent Markers
- Muffin Tins
- Pebbles
- Sponges
- Tape
Materials Not Included: Water, scissors, ballpoint pen, hammer and nail or drill (to punch holes in bottle cap), empty 20 oz. soda bottle, water resistant tape, cookie sheets/cafeteria trays (to catch spilled water), pitcher or container to pour water.
Pierce County 4-H
3602 Pacific Avenue
253-798-7160
extension.wsu.edu/pierce/4-h
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication, program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Brian Brandt at bbrandt@wsu.edu at least 2 weeks prior to any event. Fee waivers are available as needed.
These services are supported by funding from Pierce County through its Human Services Department.