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Nashua River Watershed Investigations K - 8th Grade Lessons^©

The Nashua River Watershed Investigations K - 8th Grade Lessons^© is a selection of science, nature, and technology curriculum-supporting activities for use by teachers, students, families, and the general public. These lessons were created and produced by the Nashua River Watershed Association, Inc. Each lesson is designed to support the 2016 Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Standards for K - 8 and the national Next Generation Science Standards. There are 3 lessons per grade level.

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The NRWA Educators have developed these Investigations over the last two decades with generous support from individuals, businesses, and foundations -- including the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts and an anonymous foundation -- and with the invaluable insights of the teachers with whom we partner. We thank everyone who has been involved in this project, which is still evolving to meet the needs of today's students, teachers, and parents.