Students & Teachers in New England

Wetlands: A World in Our Backyard

A World in Our Backyard

Developed in cooperation with EPA by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission, this guide is a resource of information and activities about wetlands in New England for educators and their middle school students. It suggests ways to study wetland characteristics, why wetlands are important, and how students and teachers can help protect a local wetland. This guide aims to help students get to know the complexities of wetlands, discover wildlife, enjoy the experience of being outdoors, and learn how necessary wetlands are to the health of our environment. If you are interested in this curriculum please contact:

Laura Teracino (teracino.laura@epa.gov)
US EPA
1 Congress Street
Suite 1100 (CWQ) Boston, MA 02114
(617) 918-1625