Provided by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, the Project WET curriculum enables students to explore physical, chemical, environmental, and global water phenomena. This kit is for the Sum of the Parts activity, available on pages 283-288 in the Project WET book or downloadable as a pdf below. The full Project WET curricula book is available in our library, or through attending a Project WET workshop through STEM Library Lab.

Sum of the Parts activity allows students to differentiate between point and nonpoint source pollution, recognize personal responsibilities for river health, and identify Best Management Practices to reduce pollution. 

Materials (for the whole class): 

+ 12 pieces of 8.5" x11" paper or poster board to be cut in 6 pieces

+ Assorted drawing utensils, crayons, and markers

+ Items from around the classrooms and in desks.