Peel Water Story
Exploring Peel’s water systems
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These Peel Water Story modules use the ArcGIS Online Story Map application. They also include an introductory element of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to drive the learning.
Educators can adapt these modules for multiple subject areas in grades 5 – 12.
We offer 3 modules:
- Rain to drain – water sources and water infrastructure
- Taking the plunge – water pollution
- Lay of the land – watersheds and stormwater systems
Each module will take 40 minutes to complete. Preparation requires access to a lab or a class set of laptops or tablets.
Access our teacher handbook for additional information on each module including curriculum connections.
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Other information
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Define surface water and groundwater.
- Identify the source and route of their tap water.
- Identify the destination and route of their wastewater.
- View changes in land use over time.
Handouts
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Define point source and non-point source pollution
- Understand how pollutants such as salt enter and impact our watersheds
- Identify the steps taken following an oil spill
Handouts:
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Define a watershed.
- Use an online map to identify which watershed they live in as well as nearby waterbodies.
- Define stormwater and runoff.
- Be able to explain the various parts of a stormwater system and why a stormwater system is required.
Handouts
