It includes a guide for study design, recommendations for types of tests that can be run, detailed instructions for running those different types of tests, and data collection sheets.
Additional Prerequisites
Be sure to consider safety practices if taking students into the field to gather samples.
Covering all exposed skin is a must when collecting samples, and probably a good idea when running tests as well.
Differentiation
Another option would be to piece together the different materials and tests yourself, depending on which investigations you want students to run.
Aquarium stores are good places to find materials for different kinds of water testing (dissolved oxygen, pH, etc.).
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Earth Force engages young people as active citizens who improve the environment and their communities now and in the future. They believe that a civic experience is an essential element of education about the environment. They work to ensure that young people have this experience by helping teachers develop young people with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to solve tough environmental problems.
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