Recommended for grades 4-adult
This kit is designed to help introduce streams and how stream structures contribute to fish habitat needs. The Stream Table displays the interaction of stream flow with debris in flood plains; the contribution of saturation to soil erosion; and, culverts and road fill damage caused by flood events. The Stream Table can be accompanied by a natural resource agency professional. Use in the classroom and at fairs.

Activities:

1. Stream Table - Use this terrific teaching tool to show erosion, stream structure, and fish habitat needs.
2. Building A Healthy Stream - Using the Stream Table, demonstrate how water contributes to the process of erosion; how streams carry sediments; and, what substrate and materials fish need to live.
3. The Tragic Story of Freddie the Fish - A story about how pollution can affect the health of fish populations.
4. Home Wet Home - Recognize and describe how stream structures contribute to salmonid habitat needs.
5. Salmon Cycle, A Learning Game - Experience many of the same challenges wild salmon face during their life cycle.

Resources & Books:

1. The Streamkeeper. Bill Nye "The Science Guy". An upbeat video to train all who want to learn more about watersheds and how to protect the streams that flow through them.
2. Aquatic Habitats. GEMS curriculum. Create aquatic habitats, raise tubifex worms, fish and go on aquatic field trips.
3. River Life, Look Closer. Greenaway. A wonderful introduction to river life with spectacular photographs.
4. Salmon Stream. Reed-Jones. Inspires wonder and appreciation for these amazing fish.
5. Mac's Field Guide to Salmon and Trout. Great illustrated, waterproof guide.