Thank you for your interest in our youth education programs. This is a collection of lesson plans and resources we’ve found to be helpful in developing water and environmental literacy. 

Research shows students learn the most on field trips when they can connect concepts covered with regular classroom learning.  If you’re coming on a Field trip to the Center soon, be sure to check out our Prepare for your Trip Tips for more ideas on preparing for your trip.

These lessons were picked to support learning before and after participating in Waterwise Community Center programs. However, they can also be used as stand-alone lessons. Most lessons can easily be adapted to grades beyond the range indicated. 

We also recommend the Environmental Education Collaborative of San Bernardino and Riverside counties’ Environmental Learning Resources Guide to identify sites and programs that can further support your class.

Also, we encourage you to check out our educator newsletter, which is packed with videos, resources, and programs specially crafted by our staff for K-12 teachers. The newsletter will include important details about our field trip program, poster contest, and special events we offer throughout the school year.