Education

Canyon Connections program explores the relationship between living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) in three Grand Canyon ecosystems. Participants will be asked to make observations as they investigate interactions between living and non-living and understand how these interactions shape adaptations for survival. Program is given by Grand Canyon Park Rangers via Distance Learning and is intended for 5th through 8th grade.

Students analyze Grand Canyon’s rocks to understand how interactions of the geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere have changed over time. Through observation and inquiry, students model the processes of weathering, erosion, and deposition through geologic time. Arizona Science Standard: 8.E1U1.6

Guided by our senses, students explore Grand Canyon to look for examples of adaptations and interactions of plants and animals. Using current park science, students investigate the interdependency of living organisms in ecosystems. Arizona Science Standards: 3.L1U1.5

Students investigate the rocks and landscape of Grand Canyon looking for weathering, erosion, and deposition. Through guided inquiry students look for evidence of forces making the canyon wider and deeper. AZ Science Standard: 4.E1U1.6

Condor's Flight presents the story of the endangered California condor. Students will learn about the ecological principles of adaptation and survival and consider the role society plays in conservation efforts. Program is lead by Grand Canyon Park Rangers via Distance Learning and is intended for 3rd - 7th grade.

How do we work together to find sustainable solutions to everyday problems? Uranium mining near the Grand Canyon is a controversial subject. This lesson takes shape in the form of a townhall style debate.

Students have the opportunity to learn about universal geological concepts and rock layers through exploring evidence of changes over geologic time through the fossil record. Program is intended for 3rd through 7th grade and is hosted by Grand Canyon Park Rangers via Distance Learning.