Adopt-a-Beach Lesson Plans

Taking your students on an Adopt-a-Beach field trip? Use these free lesson plans before, during and after their big adventure!

Adopt-a-Beach: Service learning activity, grades 4 and up
Litter Tag: Classroom activity, grades 3-6
Lake Connection: Outdoor or classroom activity, grades K-8
Beaches Over Time: Outdoor or classroom activity, grades K-4
Sound Picture: Outdoor or classroom activity, grades 3-6
Garbage Investigation: Classroom activity, grades 4-8
- International Coastal Cleanup 2004: State-by-State Summary
- International Coastal Cleanup 2004: U.S. Summary
Beach Mysteries: Classroom activity, grades 4-8
- Healthy Beaches Action Guide
Taking Action: Classroom activity, grades 4-8
Plastic Pollution: Classroom or online activity, grades K-8

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