A fun, informative, activity-filled teacher resource kit that introduces children to the concept of healthy habitats and communities and our role in protecting them from aquatic invasive species. This kit is available free of charge. Includes curriculum-linked, integrated activities in Grade 4 Science & Technology,Language, Social Studies, Physical Education and Art. Lessons and warm-up activities designed to highlight curriculum expectations and terminology. Lessons have extensions, accommodations and ideas for evaluation. All of Earth's habitats and species' communities are essential, however, all are challenged with some form of habitat interference and at times, destruction. Aquatic habitats play a very important role in life systems, however they are threatened by aquatic invasive species, such as zebra mussels, round goby, and spiny water flea. The first line of defense is prevention, which can be achieved through educational outreach. With public awareness and action, the potential for habitat interference or destruction can be greatly managed and reduced. Through an introduction to invasive species, Making Waves!: Protecting Ontario's Aquatic Habitats will familiarize Grade 4 students with the concept of healthy habitats and communities, and demonstrate how our actions, as individuals, can have a meaningful influence on maintaining the balance within them.

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