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Science Lesson: Water Sources in Your Ahupua‘a

Created by Teacher(s): Teacher Community|Updated: April 29, 2025
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Students deepen their understanding of the ahupua‘a system and the area in which they live. Students outside of Hawaiʻi could use the ahupua‘a system as an example to investigate watershed systems where they live.  

Inquire: Students share their knowledge of the word ahupua‘a and the ahupua‘a system. 
Investigate: Students learn more about the ahupua‘a system and its importance.
Inspire: Students identify the water sources of their ahupua‘a. 
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Subjects: Science
Duration: 1 hour
Region: Hawai'i

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