Nonpoint source pollution prevention. This resource guide, developed for grades 6 to 8, contains 15 classroom lessons that are designed to provide basic information on the relationships between land use and water quality. The purpose of the guide is to educate students about nonpoint source water pollution. Each lesson consists of two to six activities. Nonpoint source water pollution now comprises the largest source of water pollution.
Most nonpoint sources are related to land use activities.
Throughout activities, students learn about what nonpoint source pollution is, where it comes from, and what we can do about it. Each activity includes a statement of objectives, background information, and a list of materials, in addition to step by step procedures, a brief summary of conclusions, and suggestions for extension activities. The guide also provides fact sheets and a list of reference materials used in developing each activity. The guide contains activities on agricultural, mining, forestry, and urban sources of pollution. Activities focus on the four main types of water pollutants, including sediment, nutrients, bacteria, and toxic.