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Activity (Hands-On)Grades 7 - 9

Where Are the Plastics Near Me? (Field Trip)

Materials List

Each group needs:

  • handheld GPS device (if possible)
  • digital camera
  • extra batteries for GPS and camera
  • field-ready (durable) notebook and pen
  • ruler or tape measure
  • printouts of a few aerial photos (obtain from Google Earth); if handheld GPS devices are available, then these aerial photos are recommended but not required
  • plastic bag or satchel, to contain all supplies in this list
  • (optional) snacks and drinking water
Where Are the Plastics Near Me? (Field Trip) - Activity - Teach Engineering