Distance Learning

Learning the Land and The Passaic River & Water Power

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Science,Social Studies
State Standards:
Learning the Land: Social Studies: 6.1.2.HistoryCC.3, 6.1.5.HistoryUP.1. Science: 4-ESS2-1, HS-ESS3-1

The Passaic River & Waterpower: Science: 6 K-ESS2-2, K-2-ETS1-1, 4-ESS3-1. ELA/Literacy: RI.4.3

Appropriate for 3rd - 8th grade. Please specify age range and focus when reserving so we may best match your curriculum needs.

This two-part environmental science program invites students to examine the health of the Passaic River. "Learning the Land" focuses on geoscience themes and the formation of the Great Falls; "The Passaic River & Waterpower" explores ecology, water quality, and waterpower physics. Note: these programs can be offered individually; please indicate this on the reservation form.

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park's other virtual offerings and reservation information can be found on their website: Virtual Programs - Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Last updated: February 13, 2025