My River Unit
Lessons on the River
1. Chicago River Science Lessons
2. Chicago River History Lessons
3. Michigan Avenue Bridge Lessons
4. Ecology & Geography Lessons
5. Lessons in Taking Action
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Friends has many lesson plans to teach about the river, most developed in partnership with teachers. Integrate these lessons into your curriculum to contextualize and focus your students’ learning on a local natural resource. If you are a new teacher, Friends can assist you with an . You can even create your own river unit with these lessons by teaching them before and after a field trip. Find a lesson that fits your needs .
Lessons are organized by subject and then by grade. If you don't see what you are looking for here, we might have something similar or we could work with you to create it. Contact our education staff for more information.
Chicago River Science Lessons
Chicago River History Lessons
The Chicago River's Journey Through Time (K-2)
I've Felt the Same Way (K-4)
Michigan Avenue Bridge Lessons
Ecology & Geography Lessons
Lessons in Taking Action
This lesson includes resources that you will need to download separately:
Litter Free Curriculum (5-12)
Credit Micah Zaker, Gunsaulus Scholastic Academy
This lesson includes resources that you will need to download separately:
by 5Gyres
Link to Litter Free Activities for a field trip
Background Information
These handouts provide additional information for you and your students.
Checking to see what's in the net - maybe a crayfish? A student from Drummond Elementary School samples water quality.
“Being a part of the Chicago River Schools Network has given me a fun, interactive way to teach students about their natural surroundings and to create projects that combine the arts and sciences.”
Amy Andrews, Mozart School
