ERIC Number: EJ1042693
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Aug
Pages: 5
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Using Rain Gardens to Promote Service Learning and Climate Science Education with Urban Youth
Kinsey, Sharon B.; Haberland, Michael W.
Journal of Extension, v50 n4 Article 4IAW4 Aug 2012
The Jersey Roots, Global Reach 4-H Climate Science Program conducted in Camden, New Jersey introduces middle school students to the evidence, impacts, and potential solutions to climate change. For their service learning project, students installed two rain gardens at the school. Rain gardens are shallow landscaped depressions in the soil that can be installed at homes, parks, and schools and provide environmental benefits by filtrating stormwater runoff. Created using native plants, rain gardens are aesthetically pleasing and require minimal maintenance.
Descriptors: Service Learning, Science Education, Urban Areas, Youth Programs, Climate, Environmental Education, Environmental Standards, Water Pollution, Natural Disasters, Partnerships in Education, Gardening, Elementary Education, Outdoor Education, Educational Practices
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: US Department of Agriculture; US Environmental Protection Agency
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Identifiers - Location: New Jersey
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