Free Educational Resources for Teachers

These resources are products of the University of Florida unless otherwise stated.

 

General Resources | PDF Files | Items to Order | Affordable Resources

 

General Resources (links)

A Glossary of Flower Parts - (254 KB jpeg image)

A Glossary of Leaf Shapes - (1.6 MB jpeg image)

Aquatic Plant Problem? Contact your DEP Regional Biologist

APIRS Database - a free, bibliographic database with over 71,000 citations about aquatic, wetland and invasive plants.

AQUAPHYTE, a newsletter for advanced science students and/or teachers

Assorted Images of native and invasive plants in Florida and the U.S.

Biological Invasions: A Growing Threat - An article from Issues in Science and Technology

176 Botanical drawings of native and invasive plants in Florida

Center for Precollegiate Education and Training offers educational programs for teachers and students

Crossword puzzles about aquatic plant management Upper Elem. | Middle | High

Extension publications about invasive plants and their management

Flash Cards: Invasive and Non-native Plants You Should Know

Florida Invasive Species:

 

Florida Wildflowers: A Growers Cooperative

Glossary of plant terminology

Habitatattitude - a web site educating the public about aquatic conservation and responsible pet ownership

LIFE: Learning in Florida's Environment a "Parknership" program

National Science Teacher's Association, other free materials

Non-native species information: Florida Fish and Wildlife Commision

Online Articles and Publications about aquatic, wetland and invasive plants and their management.

Plant Management Agencies in Florida

Pronunciation of biological latin including taxonomic names of plants and animals.

Protect Your Waters: Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers - a website educating the public about the spreading of harmful plants, animals and other organisms. Detailed procedures are given to help prevention, and encourage involvement.

Scientific and Common Plant Names - Why use one instead of the other?

Searchable bibliographic database of research articles about aquatic and invasive plants of Florida and internationally; designed for use by advanced high school students and teachers
or have us search for you

Solutions for Your Life brings you current, science-based answers--free.

University of Florida Herbarium focuses in plant collections, acquisition and care, research based on the collections, education and public service.

What is It? Services (Free Plant ID Service)

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PDF Files

A bunch of Weed Alerts from the Department of Environmental Protection

Information Bulletin 10: Native Aquatic Plants from the Department of Environmental Protection (PDF 190 KB)

A four page flyer of "Teaching Points" about native and non-native plants, questions and answers made by and for teachers - (PDF 357 MB)

A Glossary of Flower Parts - (PDF 1.6 MB)

A Glossary of Leaf Shapes - (PDF 2.14 MB)

Activity book: Understanding Invasive Aquatic Weeds, for students of all ages. Information and activities; in a 16-page booklet covering 5 aquatic plants that are invasive regionally and throughout the country. - (PDF 3.5 MB). Also available in quantity for free: http://www.apms.org/activity.htm

Activity book: The Underwater Forests of Lakes and Rivers - Information about native and invasive aquatic plants with activities suitable for upper elementary. (PDF 7.3 MB)

Botany Handbook for Florida - Learn and understand scientific names of plants with clear illustrations and concise definitions. (PDF 4.44 MB)

Careers in Florida's Freshwater Environments booklet - (PDF 3 MB)

Effects of Grass Carp on Aquatic Vegetation in Lake Conway, Florida - (PDF 58.95 KB)

UF/IFAS Information Bulletins :

Invasive Aquatic Weeds : What every plant enthusiast needs to know - (PDF 791 KB)

Know Nymphoides: Florida's floating hearts. A one page flyer describing both the native and non-native invasive aquatic plant with heart-shaped leaves and small, airy flowers. - (PDF 817 KB)

Florida LAKEWATCH Information Circulars:

Florida LAKEWATCH Pamphlets:

Lake Region Report and Poster A classification system created by grouping lakes based on similarities in physiography, geology, hydrology, soils, water chemistry, vegetation, etc. - (PDF 5 MB)

Plants for Lakefront Revegetation DEP Circular 4 - (PDF 4.13 MB)

The Aquatic Ecology and Water Quality of the St. Marks River, Wakulla County, Florida, with Emphasis on the Role of Water Hyacinth: 1989-1995 Studies: Final Report - (PDF 988.44 KB)

The Environmental Impact and Regional Differences of Invasive Plants in Florida - (PDF 816.34 KB)

 

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ITEMS TO ORDER (Free to teachers)

Careers in Florida's Freshwater Environments DVD program about environmental occupations in Florida, for elementary and middle school students

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Florida's Aquatic Plant Story DVD An introduction to the benefits of native plants & problems caused by invasive weeds.

Loaner videotape / DVD programs about aquatic invasive plant problems and related subjects

Mousepads A celebration of native plants in Florida

What Makes a Quality Lake DVD An introduction to lake eutrophication (nutrient enrichment of lakes) in Florida

Webcards Helpful business-card reminders for anyone interested in Florida's aquatic and invasive plants.

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Affordable Resources

For teachers who are interested in invasive aquatic plants in Florida. (These resources are products of the University of Florida unless otherwise stated.)

Recognition Cards - Invasive and Non-native Plants You Should Know

All four photomurals described here may be purchased together for only $39.50 (plus s/h)

For sale videotape programs about aquatic invasive plant problems and related subjects

Freshwater Plants in the Southeastern United States a recognition guide including 133 plants

Invasive and Non-native Plants a recognition guide of 94 non-native plants found in public waters and conservation lands in Florida and the Southeastern United States

Botanical Line drawings on DVD of Aquatic, Wetland and Invasive Plants

 


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and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission / Invasive Plant Management Section
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