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ERIC Number: EJ565657
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8148
Rivers Run Through It: Discovering the Interior Columbia River Basin.
Davis, Shelley; Wojtanik, Brenda Lincoln; Rieben, Elizabeth
Science and Children, v35 n6 p33-40 Mar 1998
Explores the Columbia River Basin, its ecosystems, and challenges faced by natural resource managers. By studying the basin's complexity, students can learn about common scientific concepts such as the power of water and effects of rain shadows. Students can also explore social-scientific issues such as conflicts between protecting salmon runs and providing electricity through hydropower. Includes classroom activity guide and poster. (PVD)
Descriptors: Climate, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Ecology, Elementary Education, Environmental Education, Geology, Learning Activities, Middle Schools, Rivers, Scientific Concepts, Water Resources, Weeds, Wildlife
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Columbia River; Idaho; Oregon; Pacific Northwest; River Basins; Washington