Distance Learning

Distance Learning: A Beneficial Fire

Grade Level:
Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
Subject:
Science
Common Core Standards:
6-8.RST.4, 6.SL.1, 6.SL.1.c, 6.SL.1.d, 6.SL.2, 7.SL.1, 7.SL.1.c, 7.SL.1.d, 8.SL.1, 8.SL.1.c, 8.SL.1.d
State Standards:
NGSS: MS-LS1-5, MS-LS2-5

This distance learning opportunity explores prescribed fires. Ranger will walk students through the benefits of a prescribed fire, particularly within the prairie restoration process. Students will learn about equipment, personal protective equipment, and possible NPS careers in wildland fire management.

Objectives:
Students will be able to describe the process of a prescribed burn including equipment used.
Students will be able to explain why prescribed burns are beneficial on prairie land.
Students will be able to determine whether a career in wildland fire management is appropriate for them.

How to Participate:
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site can use a variety of technology to connect with schools. Please contact our education specialist to schedule a test call at least one week prior to desired program time.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call (701) 745-3300 ext 1201.

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Last updated: October 9, 2019