Hi class!
After you have finished your research project, please use these links to investigate the CRD's educational resources on the Colquitz River watershed.
Ollie's World - an interactive flash animation all about fresh water in the CRD (Capital Regional District).
CRD Watershed Videos - all about watersheds in the CRD.
Feel free to investigate the various other educational resources the CRD offers on its webpage, by surfing through the website.
BONUS Assignment: If you have gotten this far, use your research to write a multi-paragraph piece about the Colquitz Watershed. Paragraph topics:
- history
- wildlife
- environmental concerns
- ways to protect the watershed
Remember: every paragraph starts with an opening sentence, and ends with a closing sentence (or clincher). Keep your paragraphs clear, include examples, and keep each paragraph to about 5-7 sentences in length.
~ Mr. Nast
After you have finished your research project, please use these links to investigate the CRD's educational resources on the Colquitz River watershed.
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Meet Ollie the Otter, the CRD's Watershed Mascot! |
CRD Watershed Videos - all about watersheds in the CRD.
Feel free to investigate the various other educational resources the CRD offers on its webpage, by surfing through the website.
BONUS Assignment: If you have gotten this far, use your research to write a multi-paragraph piece about the Colquitz Watershed. Paragraph topics:
- history
- wildlife
- environmental concerns
- ways to protect the watershed
Remember: every paragraph starts with an opening sentence, and ends with a closing sentence (or clincher). Keep your paragraphs clear, include examples, and keep each paragraph to about 5-7 sentences in length.
~ Mr. Nast