A true environment impact investigation,
this project revolves around the impact of parking lots
and paved areas on the environment. Grade 4 students
will examine the role of the parking lot primarily in
terms of water movement. Students will assist in the
design and maintenance of a Rain Garden to assist in
the absorption of water. Lessons will involve the concepts
of area and perimeter, and use computer simulations
to map the area and spacing for the native plants. Items
collected from parking lot will be used as indicators
of chemical, physical, and biological activity directly
related to parking lot. Pilot projects will occur during
the spring of 2008 at Eldersburg and Piney Ridge Elementary
Schools.
What are rain gardens?
