Free lessons and activities for K-12 Students

We introduce students to water, engineering, science, and research through hands-on learning, mentorship, and community partnerships.

 

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Free lessons and activities for K-12 Students

We introduce students to water, engineering, science, and research through hands-on learning, mentorship, and community partnerships.

 

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Why Open-Sourced and Free

At FLOWERS, we believe water, engineering, research, and science education should be accessible to every student — regardless of background, school district, or financial situation.

That’s why our curriculum, activities, and worksheets are open-sourced and free to use. Teachers, parents, and community organizations can access our materials, adapt them, and bring hands-on STEM learning into their classrooms.

By keeping FLOWERS free, we ensure that cost is never a barrier to sparking curiosity, building skills, and inspiring the next generation of leaders in water and engineering.

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How We Started

The FLOWERS Program was created at the University of South Florida in the College of Engineering to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Founded in collaboration with Dr. Maya Trotz and student mentors, FLOWERS connects young learners to the world of water, engineering, research, and sustainability.

Our first cohort launched in Summer 2025 with students from across Tampa Bay. Through weekly lessons, projects, and field trips, students explored the science of water and how it connects to their everyday lives and future careers.

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Why We're Open-Sourced?

At FLOWERS, we believe water, engineering, research, and science education should be accessible to every student — regardless of background, school district, or financial situation.

That’s why our curriculum, activities, and worksheets are open-sourced and free to use. Teachers, parents, and community organizations can access our materials, adapt them, and bring hands-on STEM learning into their classrooms.

By keeping FLOWERS free, we ensure that cost is never a barrier to sparking curiosity, building skills, and inspiring the next generation of leaders in water and engineering.

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Pre-K - 1st Grade

Ages 4 - 8

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1st - 5th Grade

Ages 8 - 11

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6th - 8th Grade

Ages 12 - 14

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9th - 12th Grade

Ages 14 - 18

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Project Activities

Water Usage and Consumption

Wastewater Treatment

Water Use

Water Sampling and Water Quality Activity

Water Sampling and Water Quality Vocabulary Sheet

Water Cycle

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Free lessons and activities for K–12 students.

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About FLOWERS

Why Open-Sourced and Free ▾
At FLOWERS, we believe water, engineering, research, and science education should be accessible to every student — regardless of background, school district, or financial situation. That's why our curriculum, activities, and worksheets are open-sourced and free to use. Teachers, parents, and community organizations can access our materials, adapt them, and bring hands-on STEM learning into their classrooms.
How We Started ▾
The FLOWERS Program was created at the University of South Florida in the College of Engineering to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Founded in collaboration with Dr. Maya Trotz and student mentors, FLOWERS connects young learners to the world of water, engineering, research, and sustainability. Our first cohort launched in Summer 2025 with students from across Tampa Bay.
Recent Impact ▾
Students explored careers in water and environmental engineering through labs, field visits, engineering design challenges, and mentorship — building both technical knowledge and confidence.

What you'll find here

Downloadable worksheets, classroom-ready activities, and soon, video walkthroughs that guide teachers and students through hands-on learning.

Water education Engineering design Labs & data Conservation Community partners
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Guest speak, host a field visit, mentor, or sponsor a cohort.
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Featured activities

Start with these classroom-ready PDFs.

Grades 5–8Water Use

Water Use and You

Track household water use and connect choices to conservation.

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Grades 6–10Engineering

Wastewater Treatment Plant Design

Design challenge introducing real-world wastewater treatment decisions.

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Grades 7–12Lab

Water Quality Testing

Sampling plan + testing basics to explore water quality and data.

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Ways to support

  • Guest speak or host a field visit
  • Support hands-on materials & lab kits
  • Mentor students
  • Sponsor a cohort or student scholarship

Contact

If you'd like to collaborate or support the next cohort, reach out:

Isaac B. Washington — Program Leader

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