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Water Conservation Education and Programs
The Water Matters! publication touches on numerous freshwater resource topics, including the water cycle, conservation, the Floridan aquifer, freshwater habitats, watersheds, water quality, and more! The best part of all....it's FREE and aligns with Florida State Standards! Check it out:
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Free Downloads
"Be a water hero, protect our water."
Join our quest and learn about Lakeland's Urban Water Cycle!
Download our coloring book here
Click "Hydrologic Cycle Poster" above. About the poster:
- Hydrologic Cycle (6-Adult) 11 x 17 in.
- Poster Audience: Grades 6-Adult.
- Description: Hydrologic cycle diagram with glossary of hydrologic terms
Free Publications | WaterMatters.org
Here you will find everything from bookmarks and brochures to booklets and posters provided by the Southwest Water Management District.
Kids 4 Water Conservation - Polk Regional Water Cooperative
Free activities and information geared towards kids.
Florida-Friendly Landscaping Web Apps
Want to plant a garden, but not sure where to start? Check out the FFL link above for web apps that include plant guides, Florida's fertilizer ordinances, and even how to start a Florida-Friendly butterfly garden!
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Teachers and Students
Links for Teachers and Students
- WaterMatters.org (state.fl.us)Education Resources
- Water Conservation - Polk Regional Water Cooperative (prwcwater.org)
- Water – Use It Wisely
- GRACE Communications Foundation - Water Program
- Teacher Resources for Water Education (USGS)
- https://www.polk.wateratlas.usf.edu/library/videos
Scholarship Opportunities
- Scholarship Program (irrigation.org) Applications for 2024 scholarships will be available in January.
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Grants and Curriculum
*Grants are only available to educators within the Southwest Florida Water Management District.
Grant Topics
Grants are required to have a primary focus on one or more of the key topics below. Read the Splash! grant overview for descriptions of each.
- Topic 1: Water Cycle Basics
- Topic 2: Freshwater or Estuarian Ecosystems
- Topic 3: Water Quality
- Topic 4: Water Supply and Conservation
Water Education Videos complete with Teacher Guides