Grades 5-8
Description
The Concord River Greenway serves as a living laboratory where students investigate a former industrial site that has been reclaimed as an urban nature sanctuary and recreational trail. In the role of scientists, students
• Collect river water samples and perform water quality tests.
• Simulate ways human actions have changed the ecosystem.
• Interpret historical maps.
• Investigate how human activity has contributed to the disappearance of migratory fish.
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Scheduling and Reservations
Guided School Program Fees: $195
(Note: Schools must arrange to keep buses in Lowell for use during the program.)
Programs may be reserved now for dates during the 2012-2013 school year by calling 978-970-5080. Please see our curriculum pages for information about our curriculum packets with pre- and post-visit activities.
Resources
- Download the Classroom by the Concord Activity Guide (pdf).
- Download maps of industries along the Concord River in Lowell, MA.
- All of our programs have been reviewed to ensure their relevance to state and national standards. View how this program ties to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
- Visit the Concord River Greenway website for more information.