These resources were developed for use in elementary school classrooms by GeoKids LINKS. LINKS is a collaboration involving the School District of Philadelphia, The Wagner Free Institute of Science, and Saint Joseph's University. If you use these, please acknowledge GeoKids LINKS, whose major funding institutions are:

The Wagner Free Institute of Science and its supporters
The National Science Foundation, through NSF# 0139303 and #0440506
Saint Joseph's University

Mini-unit Resources: These unit were designed to be completed in about six weeks. Fellows and teachers take turns leading and assisting with mini-unit lessons and follow-ups.

Semester-long unit Resources: These year long units include a 90 minute lesson for each week, as well as follow-up activities. The lessons are delivered by a team that includes Wagner educators and Fellows. Follow-ups may involve additional classroom activities such as writing, field trips, etc. Follow-ups may be delivered by Fellows, teachers, or teams. Portions of lessons are available in the table below.

 

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